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I'm currently designing/building a 17x21' HO scale layout in my upstairs bonus room, and while at the LHS the other day I saw some Bachmann Big Haulers and remembered my wife really wants a big train under the christmas tree this year. Now I've heard all the warnings about not using Bachmann track outdoors, and I rarely see Bachmann stuff referenced as 'good quality' stuff... so I had a few questions for a possible newbie crossover modeler.... 1) What's the best (most cost effecient) way of delving into the world of outdoor garden RR's? Train set or piece by piece? 2) I really like present day equipment, which is readily available in HO. What's the availability like of modern locos and rolling stock in G scale? 3) Radio Controlled, battery controlled, DCC or what? What's the best for outdoor use? 4) Compared to HO scale, how much more expensive is G scale as a hobby? (for instance, 2 times more expensive, 10 times, etc). In other words, is this a retirement hobby or something a modeler on a budget can do? Most of the stuff I've seen is fairly pricey as far as my budget is concerned. Locos for over $300 (for a cheap one), cars run about $50-$100 each, track pretty pricey as well. Not to mention the cost of ballasting, plants, rocks, etc to go around the railroad. Am I looking in the wrong places, or is this a rich (or retired) man's hobby? lol Thanks guys!
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