I have purchased a suspended track system for my playroom and now need recommendations for the best train set for it. This system hangs from the ceiling and has a 'base' which the O gauge tracks sit on top of. The base is made to look like railroad ties from underneath (therefore you can see the tracks on top of them) and with a 3 inch rail on the side. There are also two 'bridges' which are open for viewing. G gauge tracks will not fit this system. I need to purchase a set and have looked at Lionel, however their O gauge trains are only about 3-4 inches high and I think will get lost behind the side rails. I've heard that Williams makes 'boxier' trains which will fit on the O gauge track but may have larger dimensions, therefore making it more visible. My kids have their hopes set on a holiday/Christmas themed set (I purchased Lionel Polar Express and thought it too short for this system). Please send any advise or recommendations!!
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