Top 20 Modelling Forums, Discussions, and Message Boards
Modelling Forums
Here are 20 Best Modelling Forums you should follow in 2023
1. Home Model Engine Machinist Forum
A worldwide hobby community dedicated to machinist-built model engines. Discussions contain topics on model engine making and engine plans, castings,... CAD, CNC designs, lathe, Stirling, boilers & steam.more
homemodelenginemac..
2.9K 18 2 posts / day View Recent Threads
2. Model Railroad Forums
This is a free Model Railroad discussion forum and photo gallery. We cover all scales and sizes of model railroads. Whether you're a master model ...railroader or just getting started, you'll find something of interest here.more
modelrailroadforum..
3 posts / day View Recent Threads
3. Scale Model Addict
Welcome to the friendliest scale model community on the internet! Share tips, reviews and chat with fellow modelers and enthusiasts.
scalemodeladdict.com
1 post / day View Recent Threads
4. The Unofficial Airfix Modellers' Forum
Show us a view of your workbench/work in progress and build reports, talk about scale modeling tips and techniques, share pictures of your figures, di...oramas, and more.more
uamf.org.uk
30 posts / week View Recent Threads
5. What if Modellers
In this forum get live information, tips, tools, and techniques on modelling, get to know about upcoming events, buy/sell/trade your unwanted or exces...s models, post pictures of your group/individual builds, and much more.more
whatifmodellers.co..
23 posts / day View Recent Threads
6. Reddit » Model Makers
San Francisco, California, US
The subreddit dedicated to the hobby of plastic model kit building and painting. Swap tips and techniques, show your latest builds/WIPs, post kit revi...ews and discuss the latest kits! And much more!more
reddit.com/r/model..
1.7M 1.2M 780K 30 posts / week View Recent Threads
7. KitMaker Forum
An international community of scale modelers to discuss automobiles/ships/railroad scale modeling in general, the latest news, photography, other upco...ming events, and more. Also, post photos and info about your completed projects here.more
forums.kitmaker.net
18 posts / day View Recent Threads
8. Model Train Forum
Amersham, England, UK
A forum community dedicated to model train owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about brands, various scales, repairs, storage, displays, ...reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more!more
modeltrainforum.co..
388 8 posts / day View Recent Threads
9. Large Scale Modeller
The Large Scale Modeller forum is about discussions on armour and aircraft modelling. Post your build topics, showcase your finished projects and disc...uss with fellow modelers about build techniques, challenges, and more.more
forum.largescalemo..
9.6K 8 posts / month View Recent Threads
10. Automotive Forums » Car Modeling
Share your passion for car modeling here which Includes sub-forums for 'in progress' and 'completed' vehicles. Also, talk about parts, accessories, de...tailing, and find other modeling chats on bikes, motorsport vehicles, Hot Rods, and more.more
automotiveforums.c..
1 post / month View Recent Threads
11. Large Scale Planes Forum » LSP Discussion
This forum is dedicated to the discussion of large-scale aircraft modeling including aircraft and helicopters, 1/35 and larger. Large Scale Planes is ...the place for general modeling discussions, aviation-related topics and questions, in-the-works discussions, and much more.more
forum.largescalepl..
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12. Reddit » Scale Model
San Francisco, California, US
A subreddit to discuss and share insights/tips on scale modeling, building, and detailing with fellow modelers and enthusiasts.
reddit.com/r/Scale..
1.7M 1.2M 2 posts / day View Recent Threads
13. Hobbyist Forums » The Modeling Forum
General discussions about scale model kit accuratizing, bashing, building, customizing, and scratch building. This forum community is dedicated to all... Hobbyists to hold discussions about die cast, models, slot cars, radio control vehicles, classifieds, swaps, and more!more
hobbytalk.com/foru..
2 posts / week View Recent Threads
14. Model Cars Magazine » Model Building Questions and Answers
Model Cars Magazine Forum is a community to hold discussions on Model car-related news, questions, tips, tricks, tutorials, get reviews, and more. Thi...s section is a place to ask questions on specific modeling, and get answers.more
modelcarsmag.com/f..
13 posts / week View Recent Threads
15. Scale Models » General Modelling chat
Find the latest Modelling news and rumours, model shop information, painting and detailing on various scale models including ships, military vehicles,... aircraft, cars, and more, here on the Scale Models forum.more
scale-models.co.uk..
1 post / day View Recent Threads
16. Brexit Modeller » Modelling Chat
Provide constructive feedback, discuss modeling tips and different techniques, post photos of finished and unfinished builds, give reviews, and more o...n the Brexit Modeller forum. This section of the forum deals with discussions regarding general cars/ships/aircraft modeling chat.more
brexitmodeller.com..
1 post / week View Recent Threads
17. Model Truck Builder Forum » Model Truck Show Room
Show off your completed builds and workbench, discuss model tuck building QnA, share tips and tricks, exchange photos of model parts, and more on the ...Model Truck Builder forum.more
modeltruckbuilder...
1 post / month View Recent Threads
18. Reddit » Scale Modelling
San Francisco, California, US
A subreddit to ask specific modeling questions and get them answered, share photos, videos, and more.
reddit.com/r/scale..
1.7M 1.2M 2 posts / day View Recent Threads
Modelling Subforums
| Forum Name | Subforum Name | Subforum Description | Also in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Model Engine Machinist Forum | The Break Room | Take 10 and relax! Whatever is on your mind. | |
| Off the Record | Private, not search engine index, off-topic forum for Supporting Members, Administrators and Moderators. | ||
| Shows & Events | If there is an upcoming event in your area tell us about it. | ||
| Classifieds - Buy / Sell / Trade | Have something for sale?Looking for something? | ||
| Engines | Engines made by the member. Log in to see the content. | ||
| Downloads | Log in to see the body of the threads. | ||
| Team Builds | Building a running engine is an accomplishment. Building it as a member of a team is an EVENT! | ||
| General Engine Discussion | Ask any Question here from beginner to advanced. This forum is for all general model engine discussion that doesn't fit into other forums. | ||
| Plans | A Place to Share Your Original Plans for Your Favorite Model. | ||
| Engines From Castings | For the modeler working from casting kits. | ||
| Boilers | Boiler Builds, Questions and Answers | ||
| Mistakes, Blunders & Boo Boos | We have ALL done something to fit this category. Allow others to learn from our errors. | ||
| Engine Showcase - Finished Projects | Please add a post about your finished project. | ||
| Photos & Videos | Show them off here!Gallery quality or your first runner.We'd love to see it! | ||
| A Work In Progress | Have a new build in the works? Show the step by step here. | ||
| Tools | Have a question of how to? Post it here.What works for You?Share your tooling experience. | ||
| Machine Modifications | What did you do to make it better? | ||
| Tips & Tricks | How did you do THAT? | ||
| The Shop | Where do you build your models? | ||
| Home Foundry & Casting Projects | Show your home foundry and casting projects. | ||
| CNC Machines & Conversions | CNC Forums | ||
| Software & Programming | |||
| 3-D Printers | Information on 3-D printers for HMEM projects | 3D Printing Forums | |
| Model Railroad Forums | ANPL Coffee Shop | The Anti-NitPickers League. The gathering place for folks who believe that "model railroading should be fun!" | |
| General Discussions | Have a general model railroad related discussion that doesn't fit in one of our other categories? Post it here. | ||
| Showin' Off | A place to show off your best model railroading photos and work. Any scale, any guage, scratchbuilt to ready to run. | ||
| Virtual Layout Tours | Want to give us a "virtual tour" of your model railroad? Use this topic... | ||
| Prototype Railroads | Discussion of prototype railroading and trains. | ||
| Photo Contests | |||
| Model Railroad Tools | Discussion of tools and equipment related to model railroads. Anything from a Razor Saw to a CNC milling machine to build your live steam locomotive. | ||
| Locomotives and Rolling Stock | |||
| Painting, Detailing and Weathering | Painting Forums | ||
| Structures and Buildings | |||
| Vehicles and Misc. Models | Cars, trucks, planes, boats, horse and buggies and other non train transport models. | ||
| Layout Design and Construction | Track planning, benchwork, layout design, construction techniques. | ||
| Scenery | |||
| Wiring, Electronics and DCC | Electronics Forums | ||
| HO Scale | All forms of HO scale model railroading, including narrow gauge. | ||
| N Scale | |||
| O Scale | O scale railroads, including narrow gauge such as On3 and On30. | ||
| G Scale and Garden Railways | #1 Scale, G Scale, 1:24, 1:32, LGB and other large scale railways. | ||
| Tinplate and Hi-Rail | Tinplate and Hi-rail trains in O, S, Standard and other gauges. | ||
| Misc. Scales and Gauges | |||
| Model Railroad Clubs | |||
| Narrow Gauge Modeling | |||
| Train Collecting | |||
| Videos - Scale Model Railroads | Model railroad videos, Z to O scale | ||
| Videos - How To and Instructional | Model railroad tips, techniques, construction etc. | ||
| Videos - Prototype | Prototype videos that are of interest to model railroaders. | ||
| Train Simulators and Games | MSTS, Trainz and other railroad simulations. | ||
| Websites and Online | Model railroad websites and useful links for model railroaders. | ||
| Model Railroad Items for Sale or Trade | Please include the items scale when posting. This category is open to all, including commercial vendors. Use due diligence when buying or selling.Listing... | ||
| Train Shows and Auctions | Train shows, swap meets, Auctions, club open houses and other model railroad events.Listing posts will be removed on a regular basis to avoid links to... | ||
| Wanted to Buy / Looking For | Do you have a special model railroad item you're looking for? Post the description here.Listing posts will be removed on a regular basis to avoid links to... | ||
| Scale Model Addict | ARMOR | Tank you. Tank you very much. | |
| AIRCRAFT | Da plane boss! Da plane! | Aviation Forums | |
| SCI-FI & SPACE | You're so spaced out! | ||
| AUTOMOTIVE | Feeling tired? | ||
| WATERCRAFT | Whatever floats your boat! | Personal Watercraft Forums | |
| FIGURES & WAR GAMING MINIS | I figured you got game! | ||
| DIORAMAS & TERRAIN | It's a small world after all. | ||
| EVERYTHING ELSE | WIPS & Complete Builds that do not fit in a category above. This is not the place for chit chat, see chit chat below 😉 | ||
| Construction, Lighting and Groundwork Q&A | Some assembly required! | ||
| Painting, Decals & Weathering Models Q&A | Enamel, Acrylic, PSI, pastel chalk dust stuff...what does it all mean?! | ||
| Tutorials | Technique specific how-to... | ||
| Reviews | Post your photo/text and/or video reviews | ||
| Reference Library | Reference photos & modeling research | ||
| Chit chat | Everything that's worth talking about, model related or otherwise. | ||
| Buy, Sell, Trade | Oh yeah, the swap meet! | ||
| Product Announcements & News - Member Contributed | Discovered a new product release? Post and talk about it here. | ||
| The Unofficial Airfix Modellers Forum | Workbench Window | ||
| Aviation Modelling | |||
| Tanks, AFV and other Military Models | |||
| Cars, Trucks, Bikes, Locos and other civvie vehicles | |||
| Ships, Boats and Submarines | |||
| Real Space, Sci-Fi and What-iffery | |||
| Figures and Diorama | |||
| The Galleries | |||
| Aviation Gallery | |||
| Real Space, Sci-Fi and What-ifs Gallery | |||
| The Military Vehicle Gallery | |||
| The Maritime Gallery | |||
| The Civilian Vehicles & Things Gallery | |||
| Individual Members' Themed galleries | |||
| Small Talk | |||
| In-Box reviews | |||
| Publications | |||
| Model Shows and Events | |||
| Construction Tips | |||
| Finishing Tips | |||
| Display and Diorama | |||
| The Group/Shared Build Chat | |||
| Off-the-Wall Airfix pre-2000 Twin GB | |||
| The End of The Beginning - El Alamein & Operation Torch 80th GB | |||
| Past Group Builds | |||
| Group Builds 2022 | |||
| Group Builds 2021 | |||
| Are You Local? Model Shops and Clubs | |||
| On-Line References and Resources | |||
| Online Shops: Directory and latest offers... | |||
| Classic British Chat | |||
| Manufacturers: Frog, Airfix, Matchbox and many, many more! | |||
| SMW 2022 - Matchbox 50th Anniversary | |||
| Previous Displays | |||
| Cold War Chat | |||
| Displays and Shows | |||
| Cold War Reference | |||
| Aviation Hangar | |||
| The Garage | |||
| The Shipyard | |||
| The Engine Shed | |||
| General Chat | |||
| What If Modellers | General Modeling topics | For Discussion of Modelling or Model Related Subjects, etc | |
| My Stash Just Grew Again | Confess to your peers and friends about your recent model kit and accessory acquisitions to shed your guilt and share your joy. | ||
| The | Find an interesting WHIF MODEL subject on another forum or on-line somewhere else? Post the link or image in this discussion board. | ||
| The Idea Bank | Discussion forum and archive for suggestions, ideas, and concepts that do not qualify for inclusion in an ongoing discussion topic. | ||
| Modeling Blogs | What-If Mini Blogs - See what goes on in the minds of these crazy modelers! | ||
| Tips, Tools, and Techniques | That may be of use to other members. Post them here. | ||
| Paint, Primer, Thinner, and | Anything questions, comments, and answers that have to do with painting and paint. | ||
| What-if related Products | For the discussion of products that will be of interest to forum members. Unrelated products will be immediately removed and the user banned for abuse of the forum. | ||
| Freightdog Models | A British manufacturer and retailer of cool & esoteric subjects. | ||
| Model Kit News | Share your links and images on new and old kit releases and accessories with the rest of the WHIF forum members here. | ||
| ProjectTech Profiles | A new range of books focused on specific projects and types that never quite made it into service, authored by some of our members and published by Blue Envoy Press | ||
| Upcoming events | Use this thread to coordinate get-togethers on upcoming contests, events, conventions, etc. Please do not open new threads if a thread about a particular event is already open. | ||
| Swap Shop | Buy, Sell or Trade Your Unwanted or Excess Models, Parts, and Accessories. | ||
| Show Trading post | Personal member to member sales for completion at Model Show. | ||
| Hall of Shame (Not So Good Traders) | Hopefully this board will remain empty but if you need to complain this is the place to do it. | ||
| Aircraft, Armor, Weapons and Ships by Topic | Please do not create a new thread if there is a thread about a particular subject open. | ||
| Weapon Systems. Real and Imagined. | Bombs, Rockets, Missiles, Guns, ECM Pods, RADAR and Electronics, Death Rays, LASERs, and whatever else floats your boat. | ||
| TSR.2 - Prototypes, also ran's and operational service. | TSR.2 - Prototypes, also ran's and operational service. | ||
| Camouflage, Colors, and Markings | A place for questions and answers on the subject of painting your WHIF or real life models | ||
| Figures Forum | Action Figures, Gaming Pieces, Scale Models, Real and Imagined for Dioramas and Vignettes. Phoenix Phollies types are not invited | ||
| Current and Finished Projects | Show us your current work in progress, workbench, or finished project | ||
| Aircraft | For Aircraft related builds and completed models | Aviation Forums | |
| Armour | Armour related build projects and completed models | ||
| Warships and Ships | Ship builds in progress and completed models | ||
| Spacecraft | Spacecraft Projects & What-ifs as opposed to Sci-Fi | ||
| Sci-fi | Scipfi builds and completed models | Science Fiction Forums | |
| Figures, Cars, Etc | For figures, cars and other stuff | ||
| Spinners Strike Fighters | This thread consists of 'what if' screenshots from the excellent 'Strike Fighters' series of flight simulation games created by Third Wire Productions for the PC. | ||
| Plane Spotting | Talk about planes you saw today - no politics, please! | ||
| The Logistics Group Build | 2nd Group Build of the 2022/2023 Season | ||
| The Lightning Hunter and Canberra Group Build | The Lightning, Hunter and Canberra GB | ||
| One Week Build - 2022 | One Week Build 2022 | ||
| The Gunships GB | 2nd GB of the Season | ||
| Under the Black Flag. Pirates, Buccaneers and Smugglers | GB 3 of the 2021/2022 season | ||
| The Captured G.B. | The Captured G.B. | ||
| Theme Builds | Theme Builds | ||
| Mike McEvoy Tribute Build Thread | This is the place for your Mike McEvoy tribute builds. Any scale any subject | ||
| The Whiffies | |||
| KitMaker Scale Modeling Forums | Uncategorized | Topics that don't need a category, or don't fit into any other existing category. | |
| Armor/AFV | The armor/AFV scale modeling forum for Armorama. | ||
| Figures | Figure & Historical miniatures topics reside here. | ||
| General Discussions | Discuss scale modeling in general, photography, upcoming events and more. | ||
| Vendors | Vendor discussions, news, and announcements | ||
| Campaigns & Group Builds | Want to join or start a group build/campaign? Start here. | ||
| Aircraft | The aircraft scale modeling forum for AeroScale. | ||
| Ships | The ship scale modeling forum for Model Shipwrights. | ||
| RailRoad Modeling | The model train enthusiast forum for RailRoad Modeling. | ||
| Buy, Sell & Trade | BST is where you can add to your stash or add to your cash. | ||
| Sci-Fi/Fantasy | The sci-fi/fantasy scale modeling forum for ModelGeek. | ||
| Reference by Subject | A text and photo resource for information about vehicles, aircraft, ships, etc. that includes information not readily found on Wikipedia about same. | ||
| Clubs & Groups | This is for any clubs or special interest groups to post in and make announcements. | ||
| Automotive | The automotive scale modeling forum for AutoModeler. | ||
| User Support | Need help with the forum or our content sites? | ||
| Wargaming | Discuss wargaming miniatures of all types here. | ||
| Model Train Forum | General Model Train Discussion | Mostly anything goes, especially train related! | |
| Model Trains in the News | See what the mainstream media is saying about our great hobby! | ||
| Train Shows, Events | Tell us about upcoming train show events in your neck of the woods. | ||
| Z Scale | We're tiny model trains but incredibly detailed and good performers. | ||
| N Scale | Atlas, Life-Like, Graham Farish, Micro-Trains, Minitrix and other N scale discussion. | ||
| HO Scale | Discussion of HO scale model trains. | ||
| OO Scale | Airfix, Bachmann Branchline, Peco, Dapol, Lima, Kitmaster and all other OO scale discussions here. | ||
| S Scale | Get in here if you want the lowdown on S scale! | ||
| O Scale | Atlas, Bachman, Hornby, K-Line, Lionel and classic toy train discussion. | ||
| Tinplate | The place for tinplate of all scales, locomotives, rolling stock, accessories | ||
| G / #1 Scale | Marklin, Aristocraft, USA Trains, LGB model train discussion, indoor and outdoor. | ||
| Other Scales | TT, T, HOn3, Narrow Gauge | ||
| Model Train Photo Gallery | Post model train pics in here. | ||
| Model Train Videos | If you have videos post here - video hosting available for big movies. | ||
| Model Train Print Media | Discuss magazine articles and features. | ||
| Beginner Q & A | If you're new to model trains, stop in here! | ||
| My Layout | Showcase your layout here - pictures, projects, progress, whatever! | ||
| Layout Design Forum | Discussion resource for planning your dream layout, large, small or micro! | ||
| DCC Forum (Digital Command Control) | |||
| Structures Forum | Share your ideas and creations here, including your latest kitbash or scratch-built creation! | ||
| Technical Model Train Forum | Discussion on advanced technical aspects. | ||
| Painting, detailing and decaling | Tips, techniques, and discussions about painting, detailing or decaling rolling stock or scenery. | ||
| 3D Printing | |||
| North America | Discuss Canadian and American Prototype railways. | ||
| European Railways | Discuss European Prototypes here. | ||
| Other Prototypes | Discuss prototypes in far away lands, or close by. | ||
| For Sale or Trade (member-to-member) | Buy, sell or trade models here. This forum is only for personal use. Model Train Forum will not be held responsible for business transacted through this forum. | ||
| For Sale Elsewhere (eBay, other forums etc.) | You can share your sales elsewhere in this forum (but why not try offering it to other members first?) | ||
| Want to Buy (member-to-member) | Looking for something specific? Post it here! This forum is only for personal use. Model Train Forum will not be held responsible for business transacted... | ||
| Product Promotion | If you are a vendor with a nifty product please post here! | ||
| Retailer Deals | This forum is for retailers to publicize their special offers – come back often to see what great new deals have just been added! | ||
| Large Scale Modeller | General and modelling discussion | ||
| General Discussion | Non-model related forum; if you want to chat, then this is the place to do it. NO politics or religion please. This is a DISCUSSION area. No word games, joke topics etc. | ||
| Modelling Discussion | |||
| Hints and Tips | |||
| Hints & Tips | |||
| Walkarounds | |||
| LSM Work In Progress | Post your build topics up here for all genres. 1:35 & 1:32 and larger though only, please. | ||
| LSM Armour Finished Work | Post your finished Armour projects here. **IMPORTANT** It would be appreciated if the link to your 'work in progress topic' is added. | ||
| LSM Aircraft Finished Work | Post your finished projects here. **IMPORTANT** It would be appreciated if the link to your 'work in progress topic' is added. | ||
| WNW 'Ready for Inspection' | |||
| All Non-LSM work, WIP and completed | |||
| Non-LSM 'WIP' and Completed | |||
| Buy, sell, swap, seek | Got something you was to sell or trade, or looking for something in particular? This is where to do it. All trades/sales here are private and LSM isn't responsible for any deal gone south. | ||
| LSM Vendors and Sponsors | All of our vendors offer LSM-related material, so visit their forum and websites and our links, and read new product news and release information. Feel free to ask questions too. | ||
| Hobbynut Models | |||
| Special Hobby | |||
| Iconicair | |||
| LSM Reviews | |||
| LSM Pilots | LSM Pilots looks at new releases in a paint-free, warts and all style. Our aim isn't too write in depth articles, but to summarise construction of these releases and add our own notes for your use. | ||
| Aircraft Reviews | |||
| Armour/AFV Reviews | |||
| LSM-Related Reviews (military figures etc) | |||
| Tools, Books & Misc. | |||
| Everything Ukraine Ready for Inspection | Post your finished Everything Ukraine builds here. | ||
| Model Truck Builder Forum | Model Truck General Discussion | News, Events, Etc. | |
| Model Truck Show Room | Show off your completed builds. | ||
| Model Truck Workbench | Show us your WIPs. | ||
| Model Truck Kit Discussion | Kit critiques, searches, etc. | ||
| Model Tuck Building Question and Answer | |||
| 1:1 Truck General Discussion | Discussion about the real thing. | ||
| Product Q & A and Announcements | Please post product questions here. | ||
| Purchase and Shipping Discussion | Please post product purchase and shipping questions here. | ||
| MTB.com User Tips | Things you may not know about the site. | ||
| Off Topic Discussion | Anything else you wish to discuss but please, keep it family friendly. | ||
| Blender Artists | Modeling | Blender Artists is an online creative forum that is dedicated to the growth and education of the 3D software Blender. |