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Revelation: Operating on a 4 x 8 layout--choose alternate route
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I am currently assembling a 4 x 8 layout with full knowledge that this is not my ultimate layout. What I am doing with it is building it to be very lightweight with folding legs. That way I can fold it up, put it in the back of my truck and take it with me when I want to use it somewhere other than at home. It is also a much quicker way to have something to run my trains on, since I haven't yet started on the layout I plan to build in my shed (8x16). That one will be an around the wall layout with a duckunder or bridge because I like continuous runs. <br /> <br />In general, I agree with what Chip has posted for the very reasons he cites. In practice, though, a 4 x 8 can be practical if it's one that has to be put away when the operator is through with his session. Many people don't have a permanent place that is 9 x 13 to dedicate solely to model railroading, so they will build a 4 x 8 to use from time to time. I've seen more than one suspended from the ceiling of a garage (which can be lowered after backing the cars out). As for track plans, I think Randy has the right idea with something that can work reasonably well on a 4 x 8. It allows for some switching as well as some continuous running, so at least two trains can run simultaneously. <br /> <br />-Joe
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