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Here is what the layout looks like, need some computer help with what my layout could like with tracks, thanks!  |
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Thanks but i cant read German, it states the language is German, since English is not the Gents native language, again thanks! |
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Modellbahngleispläne = model railway plans
click on the link and the pictures are all in english!
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What Era/Country/place are you trying to model? A lot can be done in that space but we need to know if you are going for a large main station, single/double track main line, mountain pass, etc? Once you make those kinds of descisions track plans can be drafted and the LONG and extremely FUN part of the layout begins.
Also, C-track I assume? Or are you willing to change to K-track which in my mind will look a LOT better, especially if you are going for a main line look? |
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Tivvy thanks so much for your response, i want a double main line, i don't really want a station but will be adding a turntable for my steamers, this particular layout will not be modeled after any particular area, more of a free style thing, this is after all my first layout, if u go to the ME AND MY LAYOUT SECTION you can see what i have done so far, but i need help with maybe what it would look like on a computer, also it will be C-track since i have already bought tons of it and buying K-track would be too costly at this point, again thanks a million! |
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Ok. Are you confident with trying a multi-level layout as a hidden yard is usually something best included at the start of a layout.
Can the base areas be extended in width as 30" isnt enough to fit r2 curves in? Extending to be able to fit an r4/r5 mainline or helix in would be absolutely ideal.
Either way I will knock up something after work in the next couple of days for you.
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Many interestuing things here, thanks for sharing! MartinB |
Best regards MartinB
Märklin Systems
K-track and C-track
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TIVVY, looking forward to what u can come up with, thank you soooo much, it is greatly appreciated! |
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WOW,mmervine those are some serious layouts you have found for me, thanks for that great link, i am viewing them now and see if i can muster something up, again thank you! Now i am a little more happy, as i have been a little frustrated trying to muster up my track plan, once i have that going to where i am satisfied i can start doing some landscaping and adding other things!  |
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Changes are being made to the dimensions above, where it states 30" it will now be 48 ", if anyone knows what's the largest curve i can safely fit into the 48" please let me know.  |
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See my reply in the 'NEVW To the rescue!' thread.
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Bigdaddy, thanks a million i read it and love it, i think my plan is going to be to make the outer curve R3, with the inner part an R2, and the very inside an R1, so now it looks like i can do 3 main lines with the inner part having some sidings to rest the locos, i will also try and make it a 2 level operation, even if it means independent running of the main level and the upper level, we will see............ |
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My appolgies Ivan. Work has had me caught up no end this week so I havent had a chance to make anything yet. I will try for something this weekend but I do have a few commitments (beep test/frist training for field hocky season and going to the cricket). Will see how it goes.
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How much length do you need beyond a turntable? Working on a plan now. |
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Tivvy, just so u know the area where it says 30" it is now 50" i made it wider, if u go to me and my layout, click on my topic there and u can see the finished product, what do you mean how much do i need beyond the turntable?, i am lost with the question, sorry for my dumb self, i have laid track down with 2 main lines but still what to make changes, hope all is well, and again thanks you soooooo much! |
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How long are the stall tracks (the short tracks that hold locos)? And how many do you want/need? I am working with the standard 15 degree track spacing at the moment.
Also, what is the depth of the center section?
Do you want a shadow station, ? My current thinking will likely include one however it could be skipped. Also, how long is your longest train? |
Ep IV / V Marklin Layout
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Quote:[size=1" face="Verdana" id="quote]quote:Originally posted by Tivvy
<br />How much length do you need beyond a turntable? Working on a plan now.
Ivan, you need 600mm (24") from the centre of the turntable to the back wall of the roundhouse.
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Ok Tivvy the center section is 32" wide, i would be happy with 5 short tracks, my longest train is my BR64 with six passenger cars that measures exactly 42" in length, i don't know about a shadow station i am already in over my head, LOL, but i am having fun running the trains and thats what counts! Again thanks a million for what ever u can come up with! |
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 Red is the lowest level, blue is the middle level and black is the upper level. The layers are fairly self explanitory in their locations. The very right side should be a mountian/valley which allows for a bridge just near the station exit crossing the valley.  If you would like any changes made let me know. There should also be a set of curved turnouts up in the top left of the plan at the station entrance. More tracks could be added to the station/yard as well depending on how many points you have available and how many trains you want to fit. A shadow station is also a possiblity if you would like. |
Ep IV / V Marklin Layout
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Tivvy, this is AWESOME, man you are a savior, now i will start the changes and keep you updated on how it is looking, thanks a million, you are the MAN! |
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