New to hobby - not sure what to get

[lionelsoni]

Unfortunately, being plastic doesn't mean it won't deteriorate. The ultraviolet in sunlight will do a number on many plastics. For example, it is not allowed to use ordinary PVC plumbing exposed to the sun without painting it.

[Jumijo]

The K-Line battery/remote train sets will run on any O guage track. Atlas offers outdoor (stainless steel?) track.

Jim