Buiding N-scale plan in HO. How much Bigger?

[Anonymous]

Hello Ladies and Gentlemen. I have been exploring new possibilites for my modeling this past week.

I have come across the track plan for the Model railroader BN Project layout in N scale. I am considering on building an HO version of it. I am wondering how much I would have to enlarge it to get it to work in HO scale. I seem to have forgetten the enlarging equation.

The plan is 9 feet by 10 Feet. If I were to keep the same proportions in HO. How big would an HO version be? The other than the scale change I would probably move the local from Wisconsin to Montana.

If any one can help me out in the Mathmatics department. (Not something I am good at Past simple adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing) It would greatly be appreciated.

James.

[trainboyH16-44]

It should be basically twice as big, so 18x20ft. In theory, everyting should multiply by 2, but there will be a small margin of error, so you'll have to be careful.
BTW: When do you plan on doing this? By the sounds of things, you won't have much of a chance until you move out.
Matthew

[Anonymous]

The direct math equation for it is to multiply by 160, then divide by 87,
example, 9' n = ? ho : 9x160=1440. 1440 / 87 = 16.552
so 16.552' is your ho measurement
danny

[Anonymous]

QUOTE: Originally posted by trainboyH16-44
BTW: When do you plan on doing this? By the sounds of things, you won't have much of a chance until you move out.
Matthew

I am just considering possibilites at this point. Its only been a week and this armchair stuff if driving me nuts. I know projects move across my workbench at glacial speeds, but at least I can measure progress. Right now Im just trying to keep busy with something to keep my selth loathing of armchair modeling from getting to me. Since I have pretty much a clean slate. I am considering options for this and that.

Thank you for the formula Danny D. It will help out a bunch.

James

[Wdlgln005]

If you check the back isue dept of MR they may have already published a HO version of the plan. Moving from N to HO means you begin with the curves you will need to operate the type of equipment you want, from 18"+. Some items may need to be omitted due to space constraints. You may be able to find some scale structures that will fit the time & place.

THe fun part of research would be to visit the area this time of year & enjoy the changing of the leaves along the Mississippi. Spend some time exploring the Iowa, illinois & Wisconsin towns along the route. Some state parks offer excellent vistas of the valley below.

[Anonymous]

QUOTE: Originally posted by Wdlgln005

If you check the back isue dept of MR they may have already published a HO version of the plan. Moving from N to HO means you begin with the curves you will need to operate the type of equipment you want, from 18"+. Some items may need to be omitted due to space constraints. You may be able to find some scale structures that will fit the time & place.

I have the book form of the Building the BN in N scale series. My idea was to figure out how much larger HO scale is than N, and Increace the dimensions accordingly. That way the proportions are kept the same. And any of the HO items I pick should be able to function just fine.

James