Welcome to The Trainroster.com Locomotive Online Grading Tool
Grade your model railroad locomotives by quality, features, and value—all for free! Whether you're an expert or just starting out, our tool helps you evaluate models with ease. Try it now and see how your locomotives rank!
How to Grade Your Locomotive
Follow these steps to assess its quality and value:
- - Enter the locomotive details (OEM make, model number, road name, etc.).
- - Compare lower-priced models: Average cost of basic versions from different manufacturers.
- - Compare higher-priced models: Average cost of premium versions with advanced features.
- - Select grading criteria based on features and details.
- - Grade bonus features not typically found in similar models.
- - View the final quality and value score.
Packaging & Presentation
Total: 3 pts
Standards - Paint & Decals
Total: 17 pts
Body - Cab and Front Pilot
Total: 21 pts
Body - Top & Sides
Total: 16 pts
Body - Rear and Back Pilot
Total: 15 pts
Under Frame and Trucks
Total: 16 pts
Lights If Prototype Equipped
Total: 12 pts
Bonus Points
Total: 0 pts
Final Grading Section
Grade Multiplier:
0.00
Grade Adjustment:
0
Bonus Points:
0
Quality Score:
100
$ Value Score:
100
Failed
below 59
Poor
60-69
Fair
70-79
Good
80-89
Excellent
90+