Ho scale train layout

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Want to build a model train layout but have limited space? Our list of model railroad layouts for small spaces will help fix that!

(From the article “Three track plans for one sheet of plywood” from the August 2008 Model Railroader) HO scale model railroads are often small layouts based on 4 x 8-foot sheets of plywood, for obvious reasons. A flat tabletop is a lot easier to build than L-girder benchwork, and almost any home has room for [...]Read More...

Here's a walk-through of top rated model railroad shelf layout plans that you can use for ideas when building your own model train layout.

5x10 N scale layout - I typically run four trains, a mix of steam and early diesel locomotives. Limited space meant I built up instead of out

4' x 8' model train layouts is the most common size across HO scale and N scale. Majority of model railroads are constructed on a 4' x 8' layout. Also, it's not too difficult to construct benchwork for a 4x8 model train layout.

Hey guys, I've just begun laying the roadbed and trackwork for a small HO scale switching layout, and although not new to the hobby (mostly been weathering and detailing rolling stock) - this is my first layout in a long time. Here is the strange dillema I am facing: My layout is built atop 2" blue foam boards, and although sufficient at reducing train noise, I decided I wanted a trace of roadbed for the mainline. I purchased some N scale cork roadbed strips, and before permanently placing…

Top rated model railroad layouts compilation to help give you inspiration including N scale to HO scale and even O Scale.