Bachmann Industries

What is Bachmann Industries?

Bachmann Industries, Inc., founded in 1833 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a renowned company that specializes in designing and manufacturing model railroads and trains. With a rich history that began when it was known as Bachmann Brothers, Inc., the company later changed its name in 1937 and now operates as a subsidiary of Kader Holdings Co.

Ltd. Bachmann Industries caters to a diverse clientele of various ages by offering a wide range of electric hobby train sets and accessories.

The product line includes couplers, tracks, miniature figures, motive power, rolling stock, steam locomotives, digital command control systems, and decoder-equipped locomotives. Their extensive collection also features landscape materials such as grass mats and trees, as well as power packs and smoke fluid.

The company actively participates in licensing activities and distributes its products through both hobby retailers and online outlets on a global scale. The commitment to innovation and tradition is evident in their offerings, which extend to various scales such as HO, N, On30, and Large scale, and a series of themed products including Thomas & Friends, Ringling Bros & Barnum & Bailey, and Boy Scouts of America. This extends to a myriad of locomotives, including electric, diesel, and steam varieties, maintenance of way vehicles, passenger and freight cars, and even streetcars and rail transit vehicles.

The company is also known for its comprehensive online store, which showcases their full range of products including exclusive items and their famous E-Z Track system, available in steel alloy with black roadbed, nickel silver with gray roadbed, and flexible track options.

Bachmann's investment in quality and customer satisfaction is evident in their parts service, where they provide parts store service requests and product documentation. They have also established a robust support system for enthusiasts in the community through events, a detailed event schedule, and an archive of news to keep their clientele informed about the latest developments and releases.