Lionel Passenger Cars

When it comes to model train collections, you won’t see a collection without a Lionel model. Established in the 1900s by a man named Joshua Lionel Cowen, Lionel toy trains have always been dedicated to providing families with a fun way to spend time.

Cowen moved to the United States shortly after the Civil War. At this time, trains were the primary mode of transportation and completely fascinated him. An inventor at heart, Cowen was successful long before he ever made his first toy train. That being said, his first model — the Electric Express — was a hit and only the beginning of the success of this company. Shortly after came the release of boxcars, passenger cars, and much more.

Passenger cars are one of the things that Cowen loved about trains. It was during his time of creating toy trains that they became a significant sign of progress here in America, which only made the toys more popular. When you combine the excitement around trains with the craftsmanship of Lionel toy trains, it’s no surprise they were such a hit.

As modes of transportation began to advance, trains became less popular. This left Lionel with some challenges to overcome. In the end, they remain one of the few model train businesses that continue to make model trains. Each of their passenger trains shows off the beauty and detail that made Cowen fall in love with trains in the first place.

All About Toy Trains loves the role that Lionel model trains play in the history of the industry. With each model that they create being as unique as it is, it’s no wonder that every collector will have at least one Lionel model in their collection. Browse the selection of Lionel passenger cars that we have available online and find the perfect fit for your collection today.