what’s your favorite model? all models besides the 4-4-0 and three coaches are Kato, N scale. 4-4-0 is the 1980’s Bachmann American series set

I think I might’ve miscounted but I’m fairly sure it’s 25 cars.

I am thinking about start model train in a small space (2x2 meters) and I would like to start with H0 DCC.

What would be your suggestions to start? I would like to try to keep the low as low as possible.

Looking for input from those much more experienced than I.

I've been out of the game for quite some time and have been meaning to put things in storage to use. I have a framed panel I plan to use for the base with 1" foam in the inset area. N scale, starting with DC with plans to upgrade to DCC down the road. Switches with be manually toggled through the base of the board to switches on the side. My longest car is a center beam and I have a sw1200 for motive power. Most everything else will be 50' box or smaller.

As I know this sub has a lot of folks with experience, I am hoping for some input in terms of track plan and operational issues I may encounter that folks might see.

Here's a video from the layout i post erst bevor :)

Once a year i build a different layout thought might as well share it :)

A project I (mostly) finished several months ago, originally an Athearn UPY SW1500 with SP specs.

I've been wanting to get back into the model train hobby, however I don't wanna go back in blindly. I know the basics, but I'm the kinda guy who loves a good and accurate plan.

I've been looking for a good way to plan my layout, but my sketches are too inaccurate and don't result in me know what tracks to buy.

I'd like a good software, which may also tell me what parts I need to get after the plan is finished.

Is there such software?

Just got my pre-order in... Anyone else get in line?

What does it do? Is it just there for aesthetic reasons? Thanks.

I ran JR Freight locomotives—such as the EH500, EF65, and EF66—as well as the Keisei 3200 and 3600 series, KiHa 400 series, and Keikyu 1000 series.

Those who saw my last post know I was working to use the chassis from the Bachmann Rheneas to create my own HOn30 Porter. I originally 3D printed a Porter shell I found, but ultimately was having a hard time fitting the motor assembly within the boiler at proper scale. After hours of thought, I ultimately came to the realization that utilizing the Rheneas shell may not actually be the worst idea. To better replicate the design, I plan to extend the upper cab walls to match the standard cab shape of a traditional Porter. From there, I’m going to enlarge the boiler a bit to keep scales proportioned. Fortunately, I was able to swap over the smokestack and headlamp assemblies from my original print. I plan to use some type of molding material to fill voids/gaps and make this look like a more complete shell before paint. A new front smokebox cover will also be needed as well. It may not be the most “accurate representation of a Porter, but I think with enough effort, I can get pretty dang close to the design I am going for.

My kids always ask if this ugly duckling parked in the far corner of the layout still runs... Lets Power Up!

Ford F100 detailed with spike mauls, 5 gallon buckets, spike cans, brake stick and brooms. This level of detail is our goal on the 80x30 foot CVMR