Two questions

[RobertInOntario]

Thanks Rob. I found that I can save at least $10.00 on a bundle of 25 pieces of Model Power track compared to Atlas. I quess I will find out if it is worth it.

Loren

Loren,

Yes, that sounds like quite a savings so it's worth it. As long as the quality (and the way it handles) is similar to Atlas, it should be fine.

I use Code 100 track throughout my layout mainly because I run a mixture of old (from the 1960s) and brand new local stock. This enables me to easily run both old and new locos and rolling stock.

The "vintage" models require the taller track because they generally have large flanges on their wheels. Some of these old Triang-type models probably (originally) ran on even coarser track! This is why many of my 1960s locos still stall at some turnouts.

If you're running only modern/brand new locos and rolling stock, you could just use Code 75 or something like that. On the other hand, everything should run on Code 100. AFAIK, rail sizes are fairly consistent from brand to brand. (Other members, please correct me if I'm wrong!)

Rob