66trains

66 Trains is a model train store located in Kingman AZ. Owned by Beth & Ben VanHoose, we specialize in HO and N Scale model trains and accessories. Please note that we do not stock Lionel, O27, and larger gauges/scales on a regular basis. We do have a few Lionel train sets in stock. We also carry Arizona & Route 66 souvenirs.

Tariffs are on the top of everyone’s minds these days. Model railroad enthusiasts are no exception. You may be wondering how tariffs are going to affect our hobby. Here’s some excerpts ion this topic from some of our manufacturers and suppliers. From Walthers: At Walthers, we are actively working with...

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  • May 1, 2025

Well, I’ve finally decided to join the YouTube ranks and have created a 66 Trains channel. First video is posted, more or less to help me get familiar with posting on the site. The first video is not that exciting, just a series of stills with an audio track, introducing...

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  • March 19, 2025

66 Trains will be closed on Christmas Day – Wednesday, December 25 and New Year’s Day – Wednesday, January 1 so that we may enjoy the holidays. We will be open regular hours Thursday-Saturday of the holiday weeks.

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  • December 5, 2024

66 Trains will be closed on Saturday, August 10. We will be attending the Central Arizona Model Railroad Club Beat The Heat Swap Meet in Prescott, Arizona. We will not be attending as vendors, we will be shopping and networking. This is Arizona’s largest swap meet, and it’s held at...

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  • August 7, 2024

Thanks to everyone who came out! Kingman Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting for our grand re-opening today. https://www.facebook.com/stories/107012251644659/UzpfSVNDOjQ0MzEyMjc2ODQ1NTk2Mw==/?view_single=1

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  • June 8, 2024

Reopening update Hey friends! Just wanted to do a quick update on the status of 66 Trains. Our landlord’s “fix-it” crew started on our building Friday (5/3). As most of you know, they framed the walls that were destroyed the day of the “drive thru”, and everyone was waiting on...

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  • May 5, 2024

Greetings! Just wanted to give you all an update on the status of 66 Trains. First and foremost, we wanted to thank everyone for your support over the last few weeks. We couldn’t have made it through the first few days with our sanity without the outpouring of love and...

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  • April 15, 2024

If you haven’t been in the store lately, things might look a little different the next time you come in. We covered one of the windows with pegboard to give us more space to hang parts and accessories. The track and used items have switched places, and we added a...

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  • August 26, 2023