Not every car fits into the main scale families, and the ones that do not are gathered here: American vintage subjects in HO (1:87) for railway layouts, a pair of cars around 1:56, a miniature in 1:144 and the occasional 3D-printed oddity. This is where to look for a vehicle to park on a model railway or a miniature to bring an unconventional diorama to life. Builds are short, parts counts are low, and the whole appeal lies in getting a recognisable shape out of something that fits under a thumb.
Small scales have a clear job to do. A car in HO (1:87) belongs on a layout beside railway model kits, sizes around 1:56 match wargaming scenery, and 1:144 rounds out a collection of miniatures. The build is quick, and the outcome rests on fine brushes and a steady hand. Mainstream sizes are listed in the overview of car model kits, with the widest choice of all in 1:24 and 1:25 car model kits.
