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I've been blogging on model railroads for years, over at my other site, https://modelrailwaylayoutsplans.com But I wanted somewhere where I could focus more on the track plans. So here it is. Thanks for dropping in.

HO scale 9×5 track plan

Manny’s HO scale 9×5 track plan makes the most of his space: You can see the picture’s of Manny’s 9×5 track plan here. If you read Manny’s narrative there’s some great take aways too. Guess when he started this layout? In the 70s! It’s a great example of two things: Firstly, a layout is never …

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S scale track plan

John has shared his simple S scale track plan. Track plans don’t have to be complicated – this one is as simple as it gets. You can see the pics John’s S scale layout here. What I really liked about John’s layout – and this is true of so many – is how it got …

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N scale steam track plan

Jim’s N scale steam track plan is another example of how a layout doesn’t have to be complicated. I know I keep saying it, but it’s also another good example of how having a theme for your model railroad can make all the difference. Over the years, I’ve noticed the ones with them, always end …

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6×4 track plan

Jim’s 6×4 track plan is simple but looks great fun: You can see the picture of this 6×4 track plan here. As you’ll read, I’m often saying track plans with a theme always turn out better than the ones that don’t. Jim used his interest in local history to put create his imaginary ‘Holland Odessa …

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8×5 N scale layout

Arnie’s 8×5 N scale layout packs a lot in: “The layout, despite its impression of greater size, dimension and depth, is only 8 feet by 5 feet. I’ve attached some layout overview photos and a track plan of the SV&GS2. The LEDs in the cars a very bright despite there miniscule size (1.8mm?). This causes …

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N scale door layout

Mike’s been in touch with his N scale door layout. Yup, it’s made on a hollow core door. The dimensions are 80 x 36 inches. You can see how much he has packed in to his layout here. Here’s the track layout plan: Here’s the same layout with the parts: And here’s a pic of …

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