Best model railroad for beginners?

Question

I'd like to start a model RR project with my 12 year old daughter this winter, we have a large basement with plenty of space. I can do the railroad on a hobby table or we could set it up on the floor (?).... I didn't know what gauge to get? I used to like the older Lionel trains (O-gauge) but I'm wondering if HO is better if you are on a budget and a beginner at model train sets?

Answer 1

N or HO Gauge will be more cost effective to start out. If you have a railroad yard in your town, that would be a great modeling idea. You also can get ideas from train modeling  magazines or books at your hobby store, or library. Enjoy.

Answer 2

Check some of these out.Or go to your local hobby shop.

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti...

Answer 3

I'd suggest N-guage; you can do more (more trains, more track, more buildings, more scenery) within a given space, all at a lower investment cost.

And definitely use a table.