Edit post

Edit your reply below.

Post Body
Enter your post below.
[quote]QUOTE: Originally posted by nolatron hmm. I designed my layout with software using pretty much all 9" radius curves (atl-2510). Am I asking for trouble for using such tight curves, since I see a lot of recommdation of using 18". [/quote] I would say BEWARE. 9" curves are really REALLY tight. I am currently on my second N-Scale layout. My first one, which I built and operated for about 10 years, had 12" minimum radius curves. Everything "ran" on it, but my new layout has an 18" minimum and I cannot stress enough how much better this makes everything run. If you run only short 4-axle diesels and short-wheelbase steam engines (i.e. nothing bigger than say, an 0-6-0 or 4-4-2), and you run short 40 foot freight cars, you will get away with it. But if you try to run passenger cars or any other longer equipment, there will be trouble. Take it from somebody who has "been there and seen the light". It's better to forego some scenery and make the curves broader. If you can change things to get up to at least 12", you'll have a lot less trouble.
Tags (Optional)
Tags are keywords that get attached to your post. They are used to categorize your submission and make it easier to search for. To add tags to your post type a tag into the box below and click the "Add Tag" button.
Add Tag

Update Reply

Login, or register today to interact in our online community, comment on articles, receive our newsletter, manage your account online and more!

Model Railroader Newsletter See all

Sign up for our FREE e-newsletter and get model railroad news in your inbox!