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Welcome aboard Conrail, you are embarking on a hooby that will challange you as no video ever could. Your question brought to mind my first 8'X4' HO layout many nostalgic years ago. I used a "point to point, way freight" concept with an engine turntable at one end. The "table" (manual) was only long enough to handle a Mantua 4-6-0 "ten wheeler" with tender. The "way freight" idea yielded maximum operation for the limited space available. With long winding S-curves on a U-shape trunk line and industrial sidings at every practical opportunity , I enjoyed lots of operation on the "point-to-point" concept. You will have room enough for a short "stub end" yard at one end and a passing siding somewhere midway between lines end. That would afford you the opportunity for two train operation, eventually. Perhaps, a "Dockside" 0-4-0 steam loco would be a good first choice to get freight moving. There is plenty of adivse already given on Diesel options. Later, you may want to add a passenger consist of: a combine and a couple of day coaches (early wood side vintage) of short wheel bases. This can be mixed with freight and now you have a two train operation with the passing siding (for meets) just like prototype R.R. operations. I hope this gives you some ideas other than "glitzy" high speed and long consists which will become as stale as any video over time. Be sure to get a good book on D.C. wiring and, my friend, you will be a "hogger," first-class in no time at all. Best of luck.
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