How To Choose The Right Scale !?
Choosing The Right Scale
Diecast models come in various scales and/or gauges. If you are not sure what scale or gauge is right for you, please continue reading for more detailed information about scales, gauges, and most popular models.
SCALE
The scale size of a model is a fraction of the real size. A 1:18 scale model is 1/18th the size of the real vehicle. The smaller the number in the scale size, the larger the model.
As an example, if you have a 12 foot long vehicle, then the model size at scale would be:
MOST POPULAR SCALE
1:18 scale - Large, detailed models, usually about 8 to 11 in (18 or 20 cm) long; mostly targeted at adults. America is the main market for these, although some European and Australian companies also produce cars and even trucks in this scale.
1:24 scale - This has long been a favored scale in the USA, due to many construction kits and dealer promotional models being this size.
1:32 scale - Intermediate size, most common for model tractors and other agricultural vehicles. Britains has used this scale for decades, and it is also used by Ertl and Siku. Vintage car models are also quite common in 1:32 scale.
1:43 scale - The most popular scale for model cars worldwide. This scale was made popular by Dinky in the 1930s as it was compatible with O gauge model railways. This scale is the most commonly used in Britain, Europe, Japan & Australia, but less so in the USA. In continental Europe 1:43 is often favored for model trucks. It is also widely used for hand-built models in resin and white metal.
1:64 scale - Popular for farm models and American model trucks. Matchbox, Hot Wheels, Johnny Lightning and model Nascar racers are usually this size.