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<p>We were in the same position you were, a couple of years ago. We decided to go with 3rd Planit. The library of track has been a great help to designing the layout. The automatic alignment tool is a great feature, as is the automatic easement tool that inserts a color coded easment without having to figure out any math.</p><p>The copy parallel tool is a great tool for laying track side by side.</p><p>Additionally, the ability to Run a simulated train on the design is also a nice feature that shows you any trouble before you put real track down.</p><p>We added the dxf export feature for $10 - this gave us the ability to export the design to a program that allows us to use a CNC Router to machine the sub-roadbed which included an engraved centerline that provided for a quick and easy way to lay our cork and then the track.</p><p>We also created a hidden staging yard that had the complete track layout (engraved). This worked perfectly. </p><p>Of course not everyone has access to a CNC Router to take advantage of this feature, but I highly recommend 3rd Planit. I think there is either a new release out, or will be, very shortly.</p>
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