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Brazilian Society of Railway Modelling

Brazilian association for railway modelling enthusiasts, founded in 1960 and based at the Modelódromo in Ibirapuera Park, São Paulo.

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Overview

The Brazilian Society of Railway Modelling (Sociedade Brasileira de Ferromodelismo, SBF) is a Brazilian association that brings together people interested in and practitioners of railway modelling. Founded in 1960, it is one of the oldest and most traditional model railway clubs in Brazil. Its headquarters are located at the Modelódromo do Parque do Ibirapuera in São Paulo, a dedicated space for modelling activities within the famous Ibirapuera Park. The society completed its first large model railway layout in 1972, a landmark achievement that helped establish its reputation. SBF serves as a meeting point for hobbyists, offering a place to build, operate, and display model railways. It also functions as a community hub, promoting the exchange of knowledge and techniques among members. While primarily a membership-based association, SBF maintains a public presence through its website and events, and it is recognized in Brazilian railway modelling circles as a key institution. The society's long history and continued operation reflect the enduring appeal of railway modelling in Brazil.

History

The Brazilian Society of Railway Modelling (Sociedade Brasileira de Ferromodelismo, SBF) was created in 1960 as an association for people interested in and practising railway modelling in Brazil. Its headquarters are located at the Modelódromo do Parque do Ibirapuera in São Paulo, a dedicated modelling area within Ibirapuera Park. In 1972, the SBF completed its first model railway layout, a significant milestone that marked its early development and helped establish its presence in the Brazilian hobby scene. The society has since served as a hub for railway modelling enthusiasts, providing space for building and operating model railways, and fostering a community around the hobby. Over the decades, SBF has maintained its activities at the Modelódromo, becoming a reference point for railway modelling in Brazil. Its official website, sbfibirapuera.com.br, serves as a point of contact and information for members and the public.

  • 1972

    SBF completed its first model railway layout

  • 1960

    Sociedade Brasileira de Ferromodelismo (SBF) founded

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Non-profit association for railway modelling enthusiasts in Brazil

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