Fast & Easy Model Train Collection Management System – Track, Organize & Love Your Model Trains Like Never Before
Join the community of train collectors who’ve discovered the simplest way to catalog their vintage and modern model train collectibles and rare finds. Create beautiful display cards for your entire collection in minutes.
Why Model Train Collectors Choose Nichibles®
A Collection Management System Suited Perfectly for Model Train Collectors
| 1 | Track Important Details: Classify manufacturer (Lionel, Bachmann, Athearn, Kato, Märklin), types (Steam, Diesel, Electric, Freight, Passenger), model & variety along with scale, era, condition, & manufacturer |
| 2 | Customize: Add your own custom fields to track with built-in support for numbers, text, dates, ratings and more! |
| 3 | Identify Rare Finds: Mark limited editions, rare specimens, and hard-to-find model trains with our specialized classification system |
| 4 | Professional Display: Generate and share beautiful display cards for each model train with all specifications and condition details |
Perfect for All Types of Model Train Collectors
Whether You Collect Vintage, Contemporary, or Every Day Model Trains
- Model Train Collectors: Document Lionel, Bachmann, Athearn, Kato, Märklin and other manufacturers with charts and reporting
- Contemporary Collectors: Use custom fields to track modern model train artists
- Model Train Enthusiasts: Organize your trains with scale, era, and manufacturer tracking
- Investment Collectors: Monitor market values and track the performance of your model train investments
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Key Features for Model Train Collectors
Specialized Features That Make Model Train Collection Management Effortless
- Manufacturer choices: Pre-loaded with major model train manufacturers including Lionel, Bachmann, Athearn, Kato, Märklin and others.
- Pattern / Kind Selection: Easy dropdown selection for types including Steam, Diesel, Electric, Freight, Passenger, and more.
- Detail Tracking: Log precise train details with custom fields.
- Condition Grading: Professional grading system for model train condition assessment
- Rarity Indicators: Mark limited editions, rare scales, and original packaging
Create Professional Display Cards
Generate Beautiful Display Cards for Your Model Train Collection
- Professional Layout: Each model train gets its own “trading card” with all specifications clearly displayed
- High-Quality Images: Upload multiple photos of each model train from different angles. Premium cards have a carousel for image rotation.
- Condition Documentation: Include detailed condition notes and professional grading information
- Value Tracking: Display purchase price, current value, and appreciation history
- Personal Rating System: Rate your model trains and track your favorites
- Export Options: Print trading cards or save as PDF for sharing and insurance purposes
The Smart Way to Organize Your Model Train Collection
- Save Time: No more spreadsheets or handwritten notes – everything in one organized system
- Increase Value: Proper documentation can increase the value of your collection by 15-25%
- Insurance Protection: Detailed records help with insurance claims and collection valuation
- Trading & Selling: Professional documentation makes trading and selling model trains easier
- Collection Growth: Track gaps in your collection and identify opportunities to acquire new pieces
- Community Sharing: Share your collection with other model train enthusiasts and collectors
Ready to Transform Your Model Train Collection Management?
Join the community of model train collectors who’ve already discovered the easiest way to organize their collections. Start your free trial today and create your first model train trading card in under 5 minutes.
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