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4' x 12' layout
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That is an interesting plan! I have a few questions/suggestions... <br /> <br />On the left side, there are a lot of bridges, and up-and-overs that may require very steep grades. There is some pretty complicated trackwork there too (not that it cannot be done) with reversing loops, and the wye on the right side of the layout. <br /> <br />Are you able to get around both sides of the layout, or will you be running/building it from one side only? If it is against a wall, it will be hard to get to the far side - 48" reach is pretty far, even on a stool. Guess where the derailments will happen (you can thank Mr Murphy for that...). If it is in the middle of the room, are you able to go "round the walls"? If you consider that you need at least two feet on each side for access, you are occupying at least 8x16 - that is a good size space for something built-in. <br /> <br />Lastly, and this is just my opinion, I would avoid having the track run back and forth over the layout. Railroads tend to be linear. If you divide the current layout down the middle (longways) with a view block (a row of hills, or an actual backdrop) you can put you majestic scenery - rivers, bridges, tunnels, mountains - on one side, and have the roundhouse, industries, and yard on the other side. <br /> <br />Hope that helps. <br /> <br />Andrew <br />
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