This Model Railroad Train Shelf is an aluminum train display shelf that measures 48″ long X 3″ deep. They are a self-contained, floating shelf to display your collectible O gauge toy trains & other collectibles too. Our unique design allows you to butt your O scale train display shelves together to span any length you need. The engineered design is heat treated for strength with an anodized finish that is durable and easy to maintain. Also great for other collectibles, crafts, garage and shed storage, matchbox cars, etc. MOUNTING HARDWARE AND END CAPS or SHELF CONNECTORS SOLD SEPARATELY. Furthermore, our shelves are not pre-drilled. We suggest you mount your shelf at 16” on center to the wall studs.
*We suggest installing your shelves by screwing them into wall studs 16″ on center. Based on this 16″ stud bay, the weight bearing rating is a conservative” no worry” load of 25 -30 pounds per 16″ span. For evenly distributed loads, a four-foot section of aluminum shelving installed with proper mounting screws at the same 16″ on center will hold a conservative total weight of 120 pounds without bending or bowing. So, there are no worries for these shelves to hold your heaviest locomotives and train cars for years of enjoyment!
**CUSTOM CUTTING is available for your 48″ display shelf (to smaller lengths) for $2 per shelf. You will receive the cutoff if they are larger than 12″. This allows you to butt pieces together to span an area, or fit smaller shelves into small spaces.
Find the perfect 1:43 – 1:48 scale trains to display on your train shelves at Lionel , MTH, Charles Ro, Hennings Trains, Train World , Thomas & His Trains, or Berkshire Station.
We also offer display shelves for your smaller trains. HO scale shelves are sold here.
Install your train display shelves with ease using this optional train display shelf installation kit. This 2-piece set includes 1 drill bit (3/16″) and 1 Phillips driver bit (6″).
MrTrain.com shelves are easy to install. You will need the following tools:
- An electric drill & driver bit
- 3/16″ drill bits
- A Level
- Mounting Hardware
- Spacing Blocks
Spacing blocks should be as high as the distance between the shelves, generally between 5-1/2″ or 6″ for O gauge. Studs are usually located 16″ or 24″ apart on center. Electrical outlets are generally attached to the side of a stud, which is the easiest way to locate one. They may also be found with a magnetic stud finder.
Installation Instructions
Using the level, draw a line on the wall where you would like the bottom shelf to be located. Locate the studs along this line. Mark the stud spacing and transfer the marks to the back of the shelf. Using the 3/16″drill bit, drill holes in the shelf from the back.
Using the mounting hardware, install the shelf on the wall line once you have drilled holes through 1 inch lip to align to your wall studs. Attach to the wall by aligning holes to studs and screw directly in.
Once the bottom shelf is fastened, place the spacing blocks on the top of the rails, equal distance apart. Place the next shelf on top of the blocks and mark where each fastener hole is to be drilled. Remove the shelf, drill the holes in the shelf and in the studs and attach the second shelf.
Continue installing the shelving by using the spacing blocks until installation is complete.
MrTrain –
The shelves are awesome and sturdy. They arrived promptly and with sound instructions. I will be ordering more!
CJ Schmit (verified owner) –
Just put 8 of these up in my office and I love them. They are sturdy and look great!!!
MrTrain (verified owner) –
Thank you very much CJ. We appreciate your comments.
Eugene S (verified owner) –
So far I have ordered 3 and am looking to order more. They are clean looking and sturdy. Because my studs are 16 on center I use 3 screws evenly spaced across the back. I also drill holes from the backside to prevent any marring of the shelve with the drill.
They are perfect.
MrTrain (verified owner) –
Thank you for the comments Eugene ! We are glad you enjoy your shelves!