Hi all,
I know there are a lot for 4x8 haters out there…but before I begin, let me state - for the space I have, and the desired needs, this seems to be the way to go.
needs:
- fun switching
- run around
- interesting terrain
- small city diorama
- practical point to point to mainline
non-needs
- not modeling any particular line or area per se
So this is a fun layout I designed and thought some of you might have some ideas or pointers.
- green is elevation/hills. I am from the Ohio Valley area…so this seems appropriate
- outside track is Roco 83 481.2mm (19" R)
- inside track is Rocco 83 83 419.6 (16.5" R)
- 3/4" from road bed to road bed (to close?)
- the back-side track is elevated 2" with a grade wall.
Why Euro track? because 4x8 sucks? lol
My main question: is the Roco just a terrible idea? is it worth the space save?
I’m new to this(as you can tell), but aside of track availability in the US, is this just a terrible idea? I looked at the Woodland Scenics Valley kit…but I am afraid I will get bored with it?
The only thing I wish this had was a river/pond…but I just couldn’t get it to practically work.
Thanks for any thoughts on this.
Chad