Bridge options?

Garrett76OGR Forum Member

Hi, I'm in the planning stages for a Christmas layout. In order to save space, I need to have a loop of track under an elevated straight section (see picture). FYI, the center semi-circle is 0-60 Fastrack. I do not have measurements handy for any other aspects of the diagram. I was considering a bridge for the elevated section. I would not be able to have any piers, supports, or framework below track level. I'm interested in off-the-shelf MTH or Lionel bridges. What are the longest single track bridges on the market now? Are there any retired or discontinued models to consider? How long can they be without any piers in the middle?

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6/26/1510:22 AM

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Garrett76OGR Forum Member

Any recommended MTH or Lionel products to recommend? I'm looking for off the shelf products per my original post

Originally Posted by Tim W:

I think a single stone arch of a segmented version would look nice, even if only for show, like a faux arch, that carries no weight. The board above it carries the weight, and the bridge just fills the void and looks pretty, yet with only one large sweeping arch, does not obscure the view of anything beneath. And, I see that there is a slope, which also does not present much of an issue.

Something like the two stone arch bridges over Bellows Falls, VT, except in this case, there would be just one. Actually I happen to be making the Bellows Falls bridge, as we speak, it will be at the next York at JT's Megasteam display. When I'm done, I will post photos.

6/26/1511:17 AM

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Joe FautyOGR Forum Member DIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

Garrett:

If you are looking for something fast and 'off the shelf' try Bridgeboss http://www.bridgeboss.com/ (forum sponsor) girder bridges. sounds like they come up to 60 inches in length.

Joe

6/28/1511:29 AM

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