Trix Twin Railways (TTR)
Description
Trix Twin Railways (TTR) is a highly sought after toy brand among vintage railroad model collectors. Renowned for its realistic and detailed miniature train sets, the genre of the brand primarily falls into the category of model railways. TTR has claimed its fame by introducing the revolutionary concept of independent control of two trains on a single track, a novelty in the world of model trains until then. The charm and nostalgia of TTR models continue to fascinate enthusiasts, evoking a sense of childhood wonder and the grandeur of historic railway eras.
The journey of Trix Twin Railways began in 1935 in the United Kingdom, when brothers Stephan and Fritz Bing, German emigrants, founded the company. Known initially as Bassett-Lowke, the firm was renamed Trix Twin Railways to reflect the innovative twin control system. 'Trix' was derived from 'Trix Express', a brand Stephan and Fritz formerly managed in Nuremberg, Germany. The brand sparked a significant impact on the model railway industry by producing multi-control systems, first using mechanical methods and later evolving to include electric controls. Notably, for a short period during the 194s, TTR manufactured models made from paper and cardboard due to wartime metal shortages.
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