Class 1a N Scale Model Railroading

Wow! I cant believe it's been nearly 10 months since my last post! It goes to show life has been busy outside of the model train world, but I promise you we've been busy working on the layout. We've mostly been getting the electrical done correctly and installing fascia. Here's the progress we've made in the last few months! Also, on a side note, I've been pursuing my passion in bowling. I'm a scratch bowler and have embarked on my journey to becoming a professional bowler. I make my rookie debut on the Northwest Regional Professional Bowlers Tour in May and took 9th in a very tough and competitive local Masters tournament. Training for the tour has taken a ton of time, so please forgive me for not posting about the layout as often as I normally do! Anyway, Happy Model Railroading!

Scale = N Scale (1:160)
Track = Atlas Code 55
Minimum Radius = 24"
Turnout = #10 mainline, #7 yards, and spurs.
Benchwork = Open Grid
DCC = NCE
Overall dimensions = 32' x 48' with 16' extension
Helix = 5x9 on 1.5% Grade - 29" outer and 27" inner Radius
Grade = .5 -1.5%
Private personal layout.

Another great run session is in the books! We invited Wild Bill from the Blanchard Branch line and our HO modeler Chad to join the usual foursome so it made for 6 operators last night! Here are a few short raw unedited videos and some pictures.. Sorry I wanted to take more but it's so hard when you're enjoying the company you're with! Did manage to get a group pic! Bonus! Anyway, Happy Model Railroading!

Scale = N Scale (1:160)
Track = Atlas Code 55
Minimum Radius = 24"
Turnout = #10 mainline, #7 yards, and spurs.
Benchwork = Open Grid
DCC = NCE
Overall dimensions = 32' x 48' with 16' extension
Helix = 5x9 on 1.5% Grade - 29" outer and 27" inner Radius
Grade = .5 -1.5%
Private personal layout.

I love being a designer and planner for Model railroads and I want to showcase a track plan that I have designed for a friend in AZ. I still have to simulate traffic and find the best paths for crossovers but it's down for the most part. Granted there will be changes once the pen hits the plywood but I feel I got what he's after. Articulated steams and long freight. Only one curve at 20" but mostly 30" and for N scale those articulated steams should looks so pretty rolling thru those curves at speed! Anyways thanks for looking and happy Model railroading!

I always felt that adding fascia to the layout always added the touch of completeness. Today that's what we worked on near Vancouver. Measured and cut to size and placed the peep holes for easy reach into the area to grab derailed trains. Also, we added a small retaining wall using some masonite strips. Turned out good and minimizes the look of clutter. Also went to Harrington Wa. Monday to play a round of golf which is next to the BNSF heading west to the Scenic Sub between Spokane and Wenatchee. Played well and enjoyed the trains! 2 of my favorite things in one package! Couldn't have ask for more except, I just wish I would caught a video! Anyways, Happy Model Railroading!

Scale = N Scale (1:160)
Track = Atlas Code 55
Minimum Radius = 24"
Turnout = #10 mainline, #7 yards, and spurs.
Benchwork = Open Grid
DCC = NCE
Overall dimensions = 32' x 48' with 16' extension
Helix = 5x9 on 1.5% Grade - 29" outer and 27" inner Radius
Grade = .5 -1.5%
Private personal layout.

Climb aboard and see the new features on the our next update! Finally started finishing the landscaping of the BNSF side going into Wishram. I took aerial pictures of the area where the mainline curve comes out of the tunnel into Wishram. Even though this is a very condensed version I did the best I could to make it look close! Next I added the much needed grain loop Overpass to break up the scene more and add another interesting point of view! Enjoy the update and Happy Model Railroading!

Scale = N Scale (1:160)
Track = Atlas Code 55
Minimum Radius = 24"
Turnout = #10 mainline, #7 yards, and spurs.
Benchwork = Open Grid
DCC = NCE
Overall dimensions = 32' x 48' with 16' extension
Helix = 5x9 on 1.5% Grade - 29" outer and 27" inner Radius
Grade = .5 -1.5%
Private personal layout.

Here's what's new with the latest updates of the Columbia River Gorge Layout! Finished laying the passenger terminal tracks and started sculpting the BNSF side of the Columbia river gorge. Enjoy the update and Happy Model Railroading!

Scale = N Scale (1:160)
Track = Atlas Code 55
Minimum Radius = 24"
Turnout = #10 mainline, #7 yards, and spurs.
Benchwork = Open Grid
DCC = NCE
Overall dimensions = 32' x 48' with 16' extension
Helix = 5x9 on 1.5% Grade - 29" outer and 27" inner Radius
Grade = .5 -1.5%
Private personal layout.