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I feel that Z scale is neglected. Thus, I dug out pix from various compact Z scale layouts for inspiration. I start with a multi-level layout under construction which is measuring 82 x 50 cm, which is meant to fit into an IKEA bookcase. Source (unfortunately no more pix): http://www.railroad24.de...senbahn/forum.php?id=872Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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And I conclude the presentation of my research results with the work of a gentleman who is into modules. These are about the German Nahe valley. All buildings are custom made based on actual prototypes. Source (with more pix): http://www.railroad24.de...ilder/bilder.php?id=6605Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Ak,
They're all great. Don't get so inspired to slip down a couple of scales, even if M made more US RR liveries in Z...
That last one gives me some ideas for my mine.
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Hard to believe, but according to the information available, the pix show standard 3'x3' Z-Bend model train modules in 1/220 scale. A "vertical approach"...  Source: http://hotwirefoamfactor.../modeling_frederickl.htmAlsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Must be some serious Helixes going on underneath, otherwise separate tracks. 'Cause the little z locos don't go uphill all that well. I keep mine to max 1%. Thanks for posting these layouts. They are giving me ideas for expansion. I wonder where they get all the models or are they scratch built? Cheers, Wal
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Originally Posted by: Alsterstreek  Hard to believe, but according to the information available, the pix show standard 3'x3' Z-Bend model train modules in 1/220 scale. A "vertical approach"... Wow! Unbelievable!
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Originally Posted by: Alsterstreek I like that one, interesting approach. Reminds me of a layout I have seen on the exhibition circuit here in the UK, that had a 4 seasons in OO. basically the timetable that ran moved all the stock to the fiddle yards off the end of the layout and then the sceniced portion was rolled 90 degrees like a barrel to get to the new season scenery, and the ran the timetable again. From memory the scenic portion was a couple of feet wide, maybe 2'6".
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Track plan of the ensemble. Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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And finally a frontal view of all three suitcase modules combined. Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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"Donner Pass" - US themed layout inspired by the prototype in California on a 155 x 32 picture frame - by Guenther Garn, Elchingen, Germany. Itinerary: From the return loop and attached Roseville shadow station the mainline climbs up and exits tunnel 4, crosses Cascade Creek and reaches Norden station. There tracks split at the covered turntable where helpers are turned. All turnouts are covered, too. Track 1 follows the first transcontinental line into tunnel 6, while track 2 with a passing siding leads to the new tunnel 41. Both tunnel portals actually conceal the upper return loop. Track plan attached. Edited by user 31 January 2015 21:49:54(UTC)
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And two photos of "Donner Pass". Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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A historic photo of Norden station at Donner Pass with the covered turntable on the left side. Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Z gauge pike (28 x 20 in.) for running two trains with the help of a hidden passing track in a TV set by Guenther Garn, Germany. Train control via TV set buttons. :-) Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Not much info on this one except for being a double track Z scale pizza layout with a dramatic winter scenery. Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Detail of the latter... Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Originally Posted by: Alsterstreek Detail of the latter... Ah, I wonder if that is the model of Neu Schwanstein (sp?) Castle that Marklin offered in a start set a few years back.
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Originally Posted by: waorb Ah, OK, still the castle in the picture above looks like it is supposed to represent it.
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Originally Posted by: kiwiAlan
Ah, I wonder if that is the model of Neu Schwanstein (sp?) Castle that Marklin offered in a start set a few years back.
Looks like the good ole Noch 43950 Castle Lichtenstein  No, I don't have any in stock and it has been discontinued going on 6 years now. Wish Noch would bring it back for z scale. :( |
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Originally Posted by: zscalehobo Originally Posted by: kiwiAlan
Ah, I wonder if that is the model of Neu Schwanstein (sp?) Castle that Marklin offered in a start set a few years back.
Looks like the good ole Noch 43950 Castle Lichtenstein No, I don't have any in stock and it has been discontinued going on 6 years now. Wish Noch would bring it back for z scale. :( Ah, nice looking castle. Thanks.
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Long Island RR by John Bartolotto Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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The backdrop by LARC. Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Hello Ak! Very inspirating!!!  Really nice layout. Imagine that in a coffee table. Thanks for showing. Cheers, Walter Edit: Here some more information about... Google SearchAnd more photos: Trainboard - Layout for sale
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Further photo detected by Walter(1/2). Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Further photo detected by Walter (2/2). Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Tried to document the schematic track plan. Seems to be a very long five-level (labeled levels 0 to 4 on the attached) continuous loop on a 4 x 4 ft surface. Level 0 - and partially level 1- is following the course of the meandering river while the higher levels are crossing the gorges on high bridges and trestles at angles and traversing the central mountain ridge via cuts or tunnels. Indeed fascinating. Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Originally Posted by: Alsterstreek Tried to document the schematic track plan. Seems to be a very long five-level (labeled levels 0 to 4 on the attached) continuous loop on a 4 x 4 ft surface. Level 0 - and partially level 1- is following the course of the meandering river while the higher levels are crossing the gorges on high bridges and trestles at angles and traversing the central mountain ridge via cuts or tunnels. Indeed fascinating. Nice documentation!!! Should be spared to, who knows, be constructed... Thanks! Walter
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Western Pacific Railroad Museum Z gauge layout. The surface area of this walk-around design seems to be 4 x 8 ft with rounded corners. The layout consists of four different sections separated by viewblocks. Thus, a running train seems to traverse different landscapes with city terminal and Sierra at the ends and hill country and desert sections in-between. Photos taken in 2008; source: http://www.zcentralstati...lroad-museum-layout-6009Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Originally Posted by: Alsterstreek Western Pacific Railroad Museum Z gauge layout. The surface area of this walk-around design seems to be 4 x 8 ft with rounded corners. The layout consists of four different sections separated by viewblocks. Thus, a running train seems to traverse different landscapes with city terminal and Sierra at the ends and hill country and desert sections in-between. More photos of the 2008 NTS in Anaheim from another source: http://www.tomgtomg.com/..._5/Site_5/Photos.html#96Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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Layout in a silverware box presented at Bay Area Z Cooperative at June 2007 Meet. Alsterstreek attached the following image(s): |
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