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Is there a program??

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Is there a program??
Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, June 3, 2004 1:27 PM
I have a track layout on paper..But I would like to put it on the computer so I can get some help with it!! The more input I can get would be great on this layout!! please let me know if i`am able todo so ..Thanks[:)][:D][8D]
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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, June 3, 2004 6:42 PM
I guess you could make a plan using one of the MR CAD programs and then you could at least email the file. I don't know how you could post it though. . . good question.
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Posted by Anonymous on Thursday, June 3, 2004 8:17 PM
I mean you could use PSP...Or even windows paint..But it would take sometime to draw it up!!
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Posted by DSchmitt on Friday, June 4, 2004 12:00 AM
There are a number of Model Railroad CAD programs available. Two of the most comprehensive are 3rd Planet and Cadrail. They both have steep learning curves.

A simpler program that might work for you is Atlas Right Track. The link below is to the Atlas site. Click on the RTS Download button to get to the program. It comes with libraries for Atlas track. The program is free[:)]

http://www.atlasrr.com/default.htm

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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, June 4, 2004 2:13 PM
Thanks!!
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Posted by Anonymous on Friday, June 4, 2004 11:28 PM
Darren,
There's a whole bunch of them out there. I summarize them at www.layoutdepot.com in the Downloads section.

Also, once you have your design complete, don't forget to upload it to the LayoutDepot.com and share it with the rest of the world...


Peter

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http://www.layoutdepot.com/
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Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, June 5, 2004 9:00 PM
Thanks for the links all..

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