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A skill-building layout
Nov 27, 2024·Ask Trains·Model Railroader

A skill-building layout

Q: I recall an article from a few years back that was about setting up a minimalist layout set on…

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10 helpful layout tips
Oct 8, 2024·Expert Tips·Classic Toy Trains

10 helpful layout tips

Through many years and experiences, I’ve come to appreciate the wide range of interests our hobby has to offer. I’ve…

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A disappearing mountain layout
Sep 6, 2024·Track Plan Database·Classic Toy Trains

A disappearing mountain layout

The idea for building this small disappearing O-27 layout came to me after reading an issue of Lionel’s Inside Track…

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Art Volz’s O-27 gauge layout
Sep 6, 2024·Track Plan Database·Classic Toy Trains

Art Volz’s O-27 gauge layout

Name: Art Volz’s O-27 gauge layoutDimensions: 10 x 20 feet Track and switches: Lionel (diameters range from 27″ to 31″)Motive…

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Tom Kaiser’s O gauge layout
Sep 6, 2024·Track Plan Database·Classic Toy Trains

Tom Kaiser’s O gauge layout

Name: Tom Kaiser’s O gauge layoutDimensions: 10½ x 11 feetTrack: Lionel FasTrack (diameters range from 31 to 60 inches)Motive power:Atlas…

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The basics of 3-rail track
Aug 12, 2024·Expert Tips·Classic Toy Trains

The basics of 3-rail track

Choosing the right O-gauge, 3-rail track can put you on the right track when building a layout in scale, semi…

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Gary Wronkiewicz’s S gauge layout
Jun 12, 2024·Track Plan Database·Classic Toy Trains

Gary Wronkiewicz’s S gauge layout

Name: Gary Wronkiewicz’s S gauge layoutDimensions: 10 x 16 feet Track: GarGraves flextrack (diameters range from 40 to 80 inches)Switches:…

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