RTR12,
I have only one concern about Plan 2. I am not certain how an engine will behave electrically with the switch directly adjacent to the cross track in the center. One would think it would be ok, but then there's pick-up rollers, trucks and such in various locations simultaneously.
Is the 24" clearance enough to squeeze in and access the layout?
Table 2 -
- Will it connect to table 1 track?
- More scenery less track than Table 1 would complement the entire L
- Table 1 looks like city/burbs and railroad headquarters Table 2 could be country and mining/logging or a seaport