Micro Layout

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Curving the tracks makes it look better, I have found. On a 4x1 'ProtoNook', I can just run a MP15/SW1500 with 40ft cars, if I put it on a 5x1, I can use 50ft cars.
(You might be able to gain enough room if you use a GE 70ton/GE 44ton.)
All the best.