What is LGB?
In 1968, Wolfgang and Eberhard Richter created something unique: LGB, the world’s first model railroad for indoors and outdoors. Today, LGB still stands alone, far above conventional toy trains: LGB is big. The letters “LGB” stand for “Lehmann Gross Bahn” or “Lehmann’s Big Train.” LGB trains are G-scale (generally 1:22.5) – four times larger than conventional HO-scale trains (1:87). LGB trains are easy to put on the track, even for kids. Details on LGB trains are big enough to see and strong enough to withstand frequent handling. But you can fit a full circle of LGB track in space less than 1.3 meters (51 inches) wide. LGB is quality. LGB quality is so high you can run your LGB trains outdoors, in the sun, in the rain, even in the snow. Major body parts are made of impact- and weather-resistant materials. Gearboxes are protected from dirt and moisture. Track rails are machined from solid virgin brass. LGB quality is backed by service stations and representatives around the world. Most
