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PicoRail – Pocket Micro Train Set

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All Aboard the Desktop Express! The Train Set that Fits Between your Coffee and Keyboard. 3D Printable, Magnetically Driven, Desktop Train Set.

https://youtube.com/shorts/EYK5fCTpYso

The trains are driven via a ring of magnets under the base, driven by an N20 gear motor. All materials used, and basic instructions are included in the PDF manual.

Each set includes the following train cars, some not pictured in the demo video:
Diesel Locomotive (inspired by CN GE Dash 9)
Steam Locomotive (Cartoonish appearance, simple)
Coal Tender
Gondola
Hopper
Tank Car
Box Car (closed)
Box Car (open)
Passenger Car
Caboose

micro micro-trains miniature Model Trains train train set

Source

Thingiverse

What you need to print this: Intermediate Medium confidence

Why?

supports needed

Single piece Supports required Hardware needed

Supports 2/3

Assembly 0/3

Settings 1/3

Bed size 0/3

Post-process 1/3

Printer

FDM / FFF

File format

STL

Material

Min. bed size

50 mm (Small)

Post-processing

Hardware

Software

Cura, PrusaSlicer, or similar

Frequently Asked Questions

Which 3D printer is suitable for PicoRail – Pocket Micro Train Set?

Any FDM printer should handle PicoRail – Pocket Micro Train Set just fine. It's been printed on machines like Bambu Lab A1 Mini, Prusa Mini+, Creality Ender 3, most FDM printers. A minimum build volume of 50 mm is recommended.

Does PicoRail – Pocket Micro Train Set need supports when printing?

Yes, PicoRail – Pocket Micro Train Set will probably need supports for the overhangs. Tree supports work well here and are easier to remove than regular ones.

What file format is PicoRail – Pocket Micro Train Set available in?

PicoRail – Pocket Micro Train Set is available in STL format. These files can be opened and sliced using free software such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, or OrcaSlicer for FDM printing, or ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer for resin printing. The download is provided through Thingiverse.

Is PicoRail – Pocket Micro Train Set free to download?

Yes, PicoRail – Pocket Micro Train Set is available as a free download through Thingiverse. Always check the license on the original platform to understand commercial use, remixing, and attribution requirements.

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