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Reply to "Is 17' x 15' Too Small For 2-Rail Scale"

 

I have plenty of rolling stock I can convert.

Well, hold off on that until you make some decisions regarding era and objectives - they may be better sold off to finance in part items that you would rather have later.

Operation is not that important to me.  Even in 3 rail I don't think I could do a lot of operating in this small space of 17' x 15' .  However, I would like a few sidings for industry etc.  What I like is realism and scenery.  I enjoy  watching prototypical engines and cars roll by.   Era is most anything 1940's to modern.  One problem I can see is I like passenger trains. 

Not a bad or a too small space; what constraints do you have in the room beyond a doorway?  All clear walls?  No water tank, furnace, electrical panel, laundry stuff, windows, etc.?  Around the perimeter would seem best to get the max radius for those pass cars post 1940 on main lines, but you also need to work with that entry way, and you also need to avoid making anything so deep that you can't reach realistically.  Height is also something to consider and stacking levels round and round with hidden returns might add extra interest and complexity.  Height also might gain you storage space and access ease, too.  If you go with a short line or branch line you can compress somewhat.

Does anyone have any track plans for a space such as this?

 

More information and a balancing of given's and druthers might seem in order before jumping into the water. 

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