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Back by popular demand is one of our year ending promotions. This was great and has people asking us if we are going to do it again so here it is. Check out our demo video on our YouTube channel. They are about 2-1/2 inches square, very durable, and tons of fun to fly. We are running a promotion on them from now until the end of January - $39.89 fo...
This is the recent release from Horizon Hobby called the Faze. Its a micro quad copter and is tons of fun and will make for a great stocking stuffer. Come ch...
Read More...January 07
Ok, here's our last promotion of the year - spend $100 or more, and get $20 off your total purchase!
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Here's the rules:
1. Go to our web site and print the coupon.
2. Write your email on the coupon.
3. Make your purchase, we'll redeem the coupon, and enter you to win a $50 gift certificate.
In stock items only. Does ...December 27
Congratulations to the winner of the "Twelve Days of Christmas" $100 gift certificate. We have sent an email to our winner!
December 27
As Christmas quickly approaches, we want to remind everyone about a few things:
1. Parking is free Saturdays and Sundays!
2. Our "Twelve Days of Christmas" promotion is in full swing.
http://www.ironhorsehobby.com/pages/coupons/
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December 20
If you're looking for a really cool gift, check out these little quad copters. Check out our demo video on our YouTube channel. They are about 2-1/2 inches square, very durable, and tons of fun to fly. We are running a promotion on them from now until Christmas - $39.89 for one, $74 for two, and $99 for three!
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December 19
Just in case you are bored with the standard pre-painted R/C bodies that are available we offer up our own version of pre-painted R/C car bodies. These are custom painted and will be sure to get more attention then a stock body would. Prices will vary depending on size of body and amount of detail that you are looking for. Come in and see us for mo...
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November 01
Come in to the store and check these little quads out for yourself. They are a lot of fun and at $39.99 make a great stocking stuffer.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8j0vDmtPnYThis is the recent release from Horizon Hobby called the Faze. Its a micro quad copter and is tons of fun and will make for a great stocking stuffer. Come ch...
October 26
Athearn Reading 65 foot mill gondolas are here. Three road numbers. $20.99 each.
October 07
We just received a shipment of Athearn Reading Railroad 40 foot 3-bay ribbed side hoppers. There are two 4-packs, and a single - nine road numbers. 4-packs are $84.99, and singles are $23.99.
October 03
The long awaited HO scale H10's from Broadway Limited are here and in stock. It is PRR 2-8-0 with paragon 2 sound/DC/DCC. Come in and check them out. They look even better in person.
September 16
We recently got in Atlas trainman O scale Reading & Northern 70-Ton 3-Bay Open Hoppers and there are 2 different numbers available. These are nice looking pieces so come in and check them out.
September 12
This is a good way to make a statement. This is a Telemaster with a 12ft wingspan that we donated to Farview Flyers in Hamburg Pa to use for their flight training program. One of the nicest fields around. Visit them at http://www.Farviewflyers.net
September 10
Reading Company Technical and Historical Society 2015 calendars are here.
July 27
Broadway Limited HO scale EMD SW1500 RDG #2761 and #2762. They have Paragon 2 sound/DC/DCC. $189.99 for each road number. These are great looking units that have been anticipated for a long time. Come on in and check them out.
July 25
Bowser HO scale Reading 100 ton 3-Bay Coal Hopper kits are here. They are made in the USA and there are 6 road numbers available. These things are really nice looking when put together. They are $13.45 a piece so come get yours before they are gone.
July 24
Summertime has arrived and we have all the cool toys to have fun with. Traxxas Spartan R/C boat with brushless power system will really haul on the lake or pond of your choice. Come and check it out!
June 25
New InterMountain HO scale 1937 AAR 40 foot boxcars are here now.
June 03
Kadee HO scale Reading Railroad 50-ton coal hopper cars just arrived. Museum quality detail!
June 03
We just received a shipment of HO scale Broadway Limited Paragon-2 Reading Blue Mountain & Northern SD40-2 locomotives. Two road numbers available - 3050 and 3052. Sound and DCC equipped. $269.99 retail, our sale price $229.99, buy two for $405! Very limited quantity.
May 20
Hit the rocks anytime, day or night, with the 1/10-scale Ready-To-Run Night Crawler. The 1/10 Night Crawler includes a radio system with Spektrum 2.4 GHz DSM Technology, solid front and rear axles with a worm-gear drive, a crawler-specific LiPo compatible ESC and heavy-duty CV Driveshafts. Whether you are new to crawling or an experienced driver, y...
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May 16
Well after a very tough judging session we have decided on the winners of our model contest. This was an incredibly tough contest for us to decide - all of the entries were done very well. After taking the facebook likes into consideration, and then doing a close inspection of each of the models we are pleased to announce the winners as follows:
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May 10
Ok guys. We have at the store a very cool publication from the Reading Company Technical & Historical Society Inc. It is The Bee Line. This edition is about the Reading Locomotive Shop. Come in and get your copy today before they are gone.
May 10
Here is a newer plane that is out from E-flite. We just got on put together and hung up for display so come in and check it out. This is an awesome plane and makes for a great rig to mount a Go Pro camera on.
Wingspan: 84.6 in (215 cm)
Overall Length: 55.8 in (142 cm)
Wing Area: 1100 sq. in. (71.0 sq. dm.)
Flying W...
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May 08
Ok guys the model contest submissions are all in. We have some great models to choose from on this. We will be taking all into consideration between photo likes and our inspection of each model here at the store. We will try to have the winners posted up here on facebook by our close of business on Saturday May 10th. Thank you to all who participat...
Read More...May 06
Check it out! The new Vaterra 1967 Ford Mustang V100-S RTR radio control cars have shown up and man are they sweet looking. Officially licensed product from Ford. Everything you need is all in one box for $289.99. Come in and check them out.
April 25
Another winter storm is coming! Be sure to get in today and get your supplies for something to keep you busy while snowed in. Don't forget about our model contest that's going on. Good time to get a head start on your project.
February 12
Check out this cool truck. It proves that sometimes good things do come in small packages!
•Multi-link suspension with long-travel shocks
•Full-time 4WD
•Waterproof electronics
•Potent Dynamite power system
•Dynamite Tazer 380 motor
•Spektrum DX2E 2.4GHz radio system with batteries
•Oversize 1/10-sca...
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February 07
We have the largest Carrera slot car inventory in the area. If you want to add to your slot car garage or get started with a new digital slot car set come in and check them out.
February 05
Check out all the locomotives that we have in stock. Got a train question? Then come in and see us.
January 31
Ok guys so here is how it is going to work for the model contest:
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* Purchase a model at Iron Horse between Jan 15, 2014 and April 15, 2014.
* Save the receipt.
* Bring the model and receipt into the store once completed.
* All models must be completed by May 1, 2014.
* We will post pictures of all the models by ...January 22
If you are in need of a model then come check us out. We have got cars, ships, planes, military, and many more styles and types of models and supplies to build them. Its a great thing to do on these snowy days that have been upon us recently.
January 22
Iron Horse will be hosting an online model contest using facebook for the judging. We are working out the details for the rules and submissions so stay tuned. We will post the format in the next few days.
January 15
If your looking for a new heli then come see us. We have full line of Blade helis, Align, Thunder Tiger, Gaui, Dji, JR, and many more including our newest SAB Goblin series. Need a heli custom built? Give us a call.
January 08
Don't let the snow stop you from having fun with an R/C car. Its possible with the correct vehicle selection. Stop in with us and we can help you with that decision.
January 03
Bowser HO scale Reading C-430 locomotives have finally arrived. Available both with and without sound. Very nicely detailed locomotive. Get one while they are still available.
January 02
If you haven't already done so be sure to check out the new and improved website at http://www.ironhorsehobby.com
Check out this link for the new Blade 180 QX and see it flying in the hobby shop. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7tc6EHgZnw
January 02
Happy New Year from Iron Horse Hobby House!
December 31
Looking for a new hobby for 2014? We can help you out with that. Here is a little bit about us:
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Iron Horse Hobby House was established in 1979 when the Schmehl family purchased Haines Hobby House from Mel Haines. Mr. Haines had constructed a new building at 60 South Sixth Street in Reading, PA in 1947 to house his budding hobby busines...December 30
Check out this link for the new Blade 180 QX and see it flying in the hobby shop.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7tc6EHgZnw
showcasing the new Blade 180 QX
showcasing the new Blade 180 QX
December 24
Merry Christmas from Iron Horse Hobby House!
December 24
Only 4 shopping days left till Christmas. Running out of time to get a gift? Click on our gift certificates and you can print them out in your own home. Iron Horse shopping made easy.
http://www.ironhorsehobby.com/gift-certificates/
Please choose the value of the gift certificate you would like to purchase. Gift certificates will be emailed to either the recipient, or you may choose to email it to yourself so it can be printed and given to the recipient in person.
December 21
We have extended our Carrera sale due to popular demand! Be sure to check it out. Extended till 12/31. Don't miss out! Click on the link to go to our coupon page.
http://www.ironhorsehobby.com/pages/coupons/
60 South 6th St, Reading, PA 19602 Phone: (610) 373-6927 Email:
December 20
Be sure to pick up your 2014 calendar. They make a great gift idea for any train enthusiast.
December 19
Only one weeks worth of shopping time left! Give a gift certificate this holiday season.
http://www.ironhorsehobby.com/gift-certificates/Please choose the value of the gift certificate you would like to purchase. Gift certificates will be emailed to either the recipient, or you may choose to email it to yourself so it can be printed and given to the recipient in person.
December 17
If you are still looking for a great gift idea, but would rather not go out in the nasty weather, you can purchase a gift certificate online without ever having to leave your home!
http://www.ironhorsehobby.com/gift-certificates/
Gift certificate...Please choose the value of the gift certificate you would like to purchase. Gift certificates will be emailed to either the recipient, or you may choose to email it to yourself so it can be printed and given to the recipient in person.
Read More...December 15
Winter storm is coming but Iron Horse will be open normal hours today 12/14/13. 9 to 5 no matter what comes our way.
December 14
If you want some great holiday deals this season check out this link to our web site!!!
http://www.ironhorsehobby.com/pages/coupons/
Contact Information60 South 6th St, Reading, PA 19602Phone: (610) 373-6927Email: ironhorsehobby@aol.comWeb: Iron Horse Hobby House
December 13
Who says you cant tear it up on a snowy day!!! Come in and see us for your snow day fix.
December 10
Holiday hours Mon-Sat 9-5 Sun 12-5
December 08
Great gift idea or just something to do inside on those gloomy snow days.
December 08
Carrera slot cars are really cool!
December 06
Christmas is quickly approaching. Need a cool gift...
December 06
Holiday Hours for 2013: Mon-Sat: 10:00am - 5:00pm, and Sun 12:00pm - 5:00pm
December 03
Youtube Channel
Blade 350QX being hit by frisbee awesome recovery by GPS
O gauge layout slideshow #1
180cfx introduction and 3D flight
Hobbyzone Faze micro quad intro and flight test
Traxxas Summit VXL playing on a snowy day
How to properly initialize an AS3X system on a micro heli or quad
Blade 180 QX Demo Flight
G Scale Train layout at Reading Public Museum
Train Layout at Reading Public Musuem
Blade 350QX being hit by frisbee awesome recovery by GPS
O gauge layout slideshow #1
180cfx introduction and 3D flight