September 2006 MR Issue Just Arrived!!!

Model Railroader General Discussion (Model Railroader)
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Got the September 2006 issue of Model Railroader in the mail yesterday!

Still reviewing the new articles, but one thing that strikes my eye frist thing is that there is a layout planning contest on page 69.

Looks interesing, the first prize is $1,000.00. [yeah]

All entries are due by October 31, 2006. Hey that’s my BD too! [8D]

Cheers,

Ryan

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Is there any minimum layout size?

Thanks,
Spit

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The layout contest planning rules on page 69 give 9 specific rules. The size is explained in detail in rule number 1.

  1. Each entry must include a scale layout plan and a written description.
  • The scale layout plan must be drawn to 3/4" = 1’ -0" scale.
  • The plan must be for an HO scale, standard gauge model railroad to fit in a 9 X 11-foot room with a doorway as shown in the accompanying drawing. The ceiling height is 8’-0".

There are more details, but in the drawing of the room is 11 feet wide and 9 feet deep, and the left side of the door is located 1’ foot from the left wall and appears to be 30" in width.

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Sounds too complicated for me, but the $1000 big ones might change a mans outlook and if he has the time, go for it, but you might end up investing that much in a layout. Who knows, though, might be worth a try!

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I’ve always enjoyed designing layouts so I may give it a whirl. It would be nice if MR had a download of the floor plan on their web site. That would eliminate having to redraw the room and possibly flubbing the measurements. Just print and start doodling! [^]

There are just so many possibilities for that room…any one seen the pencil sharpener? [swg]

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I just got my MR today[:D] I really enjoyed the article on modeling cornfields (I’m going to have a few on my layout)

Heck, maybe I’ll try designing a layout for the contest.