Since Märklin revolutionized the model railroad world with the introduction of Z Gauge (1:220 scale) in 1972, model railroad enthusiasts have come to appreciate the intricate detail and quality craftsmanship Märklin puts into all Z Gauge products. From hefty locomotives made from die-cast metal to rolling stock that is incredibly rich in prototype detailing, Märklin Z provides a realism unsurpassed in small scale railroading.