Mini Train Systems

Mini Train Systems We build ride-on trains for your backyard or club railway!
20 years of experience in design, manufacture, commercial operations. Let's build your dreams!

Pictured here is Don River Railway's locomotive V2 operating a works train in 2025. The TGR V class locomotives were con...
21/05/2026

Pictured here is Don River Railway's locomotive V2 operating a works train in 2025. The TGR V class locomotives were constructed from 1948 with 14 coming into service in the state. These hardworking locomotives proved reliable and 10 still survive at heritage railways across the country.
We construct our miniature version in 1:8 scale, representing the 3ft6 locomotive on 5" gauge, featuring up to 2kw drivetrain packages suitable for heavy loads, whilst still staying an affordable but detailed scale representation of this real-world locomotive.
For more info, check out our website and ask us today!
https://minitrains.com.au/products/tasmanian-v-class

From our new 2026 Catalogue, we have now also released our new "T" type bogie! This is as 5" gauge heavy-duty bogie inte...
11/05/2026

From our new 2026 Catalogue, we have now also released our new "T" type bogie! This is as 5" gauge heavy-duty bogie intended for passenger service and heavy works vehicles. Based on our "G" bogie used for 7.25" gauge, the "T" bogie will give years of solid service in the harshest conditions.

Available unbraked, with mechanical brakes (shown), or powered with a 450w motor for instant power for your project!

Check our our website or ask us to find out more.
https://minitrains.com.au/products/t-type-bogies

The 2026 Catalogue is now released! With updates including the 830 class, as well as additions including "T-Type" Bogies...
03/05/2026

The 2026 Catalogue is now released! With updates including the 830 class, as well as additions including "T-Type" Bogies and Semaphore Signals.
If you are on our Email list, you should be receiving it now.
Take a look at our website to download your copy today, or ask us to find out more!
https://minitrains.com.au/

21/04/2026

One from the Archives, an early production run 48 class up at Wascoe Siding, on this day hauling 5 loaded passenger carriages, plus the full crew. Our 48 class locomotives are built not just to look great, but to haul well!
For more about our 48 class locomotives, see our website here, or ask us to find out more!
https://minitrains.com.au/products/nswgr-48-class

Yes, we also build Freight Wagons! Built with solid steel frames, they are intended to be used for scale-cargo like this...
27/03/2026

Yes, we also build Freight Wagons! Built with solid steel frames, they are intended to be used for scale-cargo like this, but also can carry serious loads when you need it.
Shown here are a pair of "UME" and "MLE" wagons, based on around 500 constructed in this series in the 1940s and 1950s which saw extensive usage across NSW and included many re-fits.
For more information, please see our website here:
https://minitrains.com.au/products/mle-ume-5-gauge-nswgr-flat-car
What would you carry on a scale wagon for your train?

Our 48 class locomotives are available in a range of liveries, with one recent unit pictured here in the NSW Railways 12...
23/11/2025

Our 48 class locomotives are available in a range of liveries, with one recent unit pictured here in the NSW Railways 125 year anniversary livery. This iconic scheme is an eye-catcher and looks great.
Our 48 classes are now available to suit 5" gauge and 7.25" gauge, with comprehensive detail, impressive pulling power, and a robust construction for long life.
For more info, ask us or take a look at our website today:
https://minitrains.com.au/products/nswgr-48-class

It's not all about the Locomotives, whether you are giving family a tour of your backyard line, or expecting large crowd...
30/10/2025

It's not all about the Locomotives, whether you are giving family a tour of your backyard line, or expecting large crowds at the club, a set of comfortable and reliable passenger carriages are an important part of your railway experience.
We build enclosed and straddle carriages for home and club use.
These feature Vacuum, Air, Electric, or Unbraked versions, along with Guards-Raised Seats, for both 5" and 7.25" gauges.
Check out our website here, or ask us to find out more!
https://minitrains.com.au/collections/rollingstock

29/09/2025

Track inspection coming through!

Our Section Cars are a convenient and compact way to get around your track, plus they also have the pulling power of a full locomotive!
Designed from the ground-up for reliability and strength, with some fun details and a convenient size, our Section Cars are perfect for the general duties for inspections and works trains on your railway.

For more, see our website here:
https://minitrains.com.au/products/section-car

There is lots happening on the MTS Marketplace, with Locomotives, Carriages, and Projects listed in the last few weeks. ...
17/09/2025

There is lots happening on the MTS Marketplace, with Locomotives, Carriages, and Projects listed in the last few weeks.

From 7.25" to 45mm, if you are looking for something to pop on the track, or want the opportunity to finish a project, take a look at what's out there today!

https://minitrains.com.au/pages/marketplace

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