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So I've finally decided upon a size for my layout, and I've kept it fairly conservative in order to prevent being overwelmed. I'm going with a 12'x30" shelf layout in N scale. With that decided let's look at my goals. <br /> <br />1) - Continuous operation <br />2) - Hidden staging <br />3) - Working freight yard <br />4) - Possible small Intermodal facility <br /> <br />Here is where I need some advice. The more I read up and learn about operations, the more I begin to think that my small layout could potentially exist without real estate costly industrial spurs. I can have freight traffic coming from and going in two different directions to staging, and have all the operations consist of yard switching and still have the enjoyment of sitting back and watching continuous operations. My yard can be larger and more realistic, and not have to worry about adding half a dozen or more industrial spurs. <br /> <br />So my plan is to have a 12'x30" shelf layout. The staging and the other half of the continuous loop will be hidden behind the backdrop. The main line will be double track leading to and from a large freight yard, and a smaller intermodal facility. <br /> <br />Any suggestions comments etc, are welcome. <br /> <br />Thanks in advance...
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