Industry Announcement

Atlas Model Railroad Company Acquires Assets of Micro-Trains Line Co.

Talent, OR — November 19, 2025 — Micro-Trains Line Company, Inc. announced today that it has been acquired by Atlas Model Railroad Co, which includes substantially all assets of Micro-Trains Line Co., the Talent, Oregon-based manufacturer renowned for its precision N and Z scale model trains and couplers. The transaction marks a significant expansion of Atlas’s manufacturing and product development capabilities within the U.S. hobby industry.

Under the agreement, Atlas will assume ownership of Micro-Trains’ molds, tooling, and associated intellectual property, ensuring continued production of the brand’s hallmark products. Production will transition into Atlas’s global manufacturing and supply network, ensuring continued availability and consistent quality standards worldwide.

Eric D. Smith, President of Micro-Trains Line Co., added: “Our family and team are proud of what Micro-Trains has meant to hobbyists everywhere. Atlas’s commitment to excellence and long-term investment in the model railroad community makes them the right partner to continue our story.”

Both companies emphasized that the integration will focus on preserving the authenticity of Micro-Trains’ designs while leveraging Atlas’s engineering, logistics, production capabilities to broaden innovation and future product offerings."

Smith also wants to thank our industry counterparts, many of whom we have worked so closely with making this hobby a true enjoyment to be part of.  And a very special thank you to the model railroad consumers; your interest and patronage of our model trains is much appreciated.

Micro-Trains in Talent, OR. will continue to accept and process orders until our finished model train single car releases, multi-packs, trucks, couplers tools and accessories are sold out.  This includes our December releases.

In closing, we once again extend our sincerest thanks to all, and wish everyone great success in all your future endeavors.

Micro-Trains by Atlas - Transition Update 

January 20, 2026 — It has been approximately eight weeks since Atlas Model Railroad Company announced the acquisition of the tooling assets from Micro-Trains Line. We would like to provide an update on the transition and share what to expect going forward.

Shortly after the announcement, Atlas retained several long-time Micro-Trains employees whose experience and product knowledge are invaluable to ensuring continuity and quality. All of which have officially joined Atlas after assisting with the orderly wind-down of Micro-Trains operations and supporting Eric and Vicki as they begin their retirement. These team members include Corrie Gaither, Liz Peterson, Joe D’Amato, Barry Rose, Brandon Templeton, Christine Wine, and Mickala Quakenbush.

With the retention of this experienced group, Atlas has been able to maintain select decorating operations in Oregon to continue to build upon the prototypical graffiti and weathered products you’ve come to enjoy. These activities are currently being conducted at the former Micro-Trains facility while we evaluate longer-term options for continuing this work in the region.

The Oregon team has been actively preparing initial Micro-Trains by Atlas releases. We expect to have several items on display at the Amherst show on January 24–25. While release dates have not yet been finalized, as certain components are still required prior to final assembly and packaging, progress continues on these items as well as a broader range of future projects.

We have also reached an agreement with Accurail to continue the HO-scale kit offerings used in the “Grit N Grime” series. In addition, the Oregon team is reviewing other Atlas products that may be well suited for future inclusion in this line.

We have received a number of inquiries regarding the availability of trucks, couplers, and parts. Atlas intends to continue offering these items, consistent with past Micro-Trains practices. Availability will be restored as components are produced in conjunction with regular product manufacturing.

We appreciate everyone’s patience during this transition period. The entire Atlas and Micro-Trains by Atlas team looks forward to supporting your N and Z scale needs and delivering new products in the near future.