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<p> ... and a big [#welcome] from the other side of the big pond.</p><p>A 10´ by 10´ room is sufficient space to go into HO scale, which, IMHO is better suited for "real" railroad operation than N scale. The choice of scale finally depends on available space and the type of operation you would like to model. N scale is a little more than half the size of HO scale, so you can have a lot more track in the same space or a more "generous" layout with those sweeping curves and rolling hills that we all like so much... [:D] If you want too see your trains run through that gorgeous scenery, then N scale might be the choice. If you want prototype operation, HO scale seems to be better suited for that.</p><p>You mentioned Z scale - Z scale is about 30 % smaller than N scale. There are not many manufacturers for Z scale equipment, basically it´s three for locos and rolling stock. It is quite pricey as well. For me, it is too small to generate that railroad feeling in me...</p><p>Here is some reading with helpful hints an tips for the beginner:</p><p><b><a href="http://www.layoutvision.com/" target="_blank" mce_href="http://www.layoutvision.com/">http://www.layoutvision.com/</a></b></p><p><b><a href="http://www.chipengelmann.com/trains/beginnersguide.html" target="_blank" mce_href="http://www.chipengelmann.com/trains/beginnersguide.html">http://www.chipengelmann.com/trains/beginnersguide.html</a></b></p><p><a href="http://www.lancemindheim.com/%20" target="_blank" mce_href="http://www.lancemindheim.com/ "><b>http://www.lancemindheim.com/ </b></a><br></p>
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