Walter Talks RMT: Ready Made Trains History, Model Train Passion & Collecting | Trainz.com Interview

Join Lucy and Kevin from Trainz.com as they sit down with Walter Matuch from Ready Made Trains (RMT) to dive into his lifelong passion for railroading, the story behind RMT, and his vision for affordable, detailed, and fun model trains. 🚂

From childhood train sets and real railroad work to launching Ready Made Toys in 2003 and evolving into Ready Made Trains in 2004, Walter shares unique insights into the model train hobby. Learn about the iconic "Beep" diesel, scale-accurate freight cars, and what sets RMT apart in today’s market.

Whether you’re a model railroader, O-gauge collector, or just curious about the history of trains, this interview is packed with inspiration, nostalgia, and future plans.

👉 RMT cars available on Trainz.com/collections/rmt

0:00 – Welcome to Trainz.com Interview
0:16 – Walter’s first train set & childhood layouts
1:20 – Early hobby shop memories
2:20 – Working on the railroad (Jersey Central & Erie Lackawanna)
4:21 – The creation of Ready Made Toys & transition to Ready Made Trains
6:00 – Challenges in overseas manufacturing
7:59 – The first RMT products (Tank Cars & Box Cars)
8:45 – The story of the Beep Diesel
10:21 – Scale vs. traditional models explained
12:27 – Variety & realism in freight cars
13:41 – Balancing classic and modern eras
14:39 – What sets RMT apart in the model train hobby
15:02 – Future RMT releases & collector excitement
15:22 – Closing thoughts & love for the train community
16:14 – Trainz.com | Making dreams come true, one train at a time