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Published by Kalmbach Media, TRAINS recalls the romance and glory of railroading's past, and explores the fascinating railroads of today.

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TRAINS is America's most widely read and respected railroad magazine.  Each issue includes railroad news, expert commentary, detailed maps, and inspiring feature articles about railroading's influential history and exciting future.  The best inside information and award-winning photography make TRAINS the favorite magazine of railroad enthusiasts.

  • Predominantly male
  • Average age 60
  • Average HHI $85,400
  • 70% married
  • 68% have children
  • 55% college degree or higher

TRAINS has a mature, well educated audience who earn above average incomes.  In addition to being avid railroad enthusiasts, they also participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities including model railroading, reading, photography and more.  TRAINS readers also have the time and money to travel.  58% of the readers spend 3 weeks or more traveling for leisure.

 

 

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