06-06-2011, 12:42 PM
Back in the day those runs would be covered by various crews due to job description and Union work rules and that would be one of the things one would need to emulate on larger(read Godzilla) size layouts if one is emulating prototypical yard operation.
However..
Most layout size yards wouldn't even warrant a shop or RIP track no more then they would require a 24/7 yard crew or large engine servicing areas with roundhouse unless its a crew/engine change point since our yards look more like out laying industrial yards or a yard in a small city or town that has a local crew based there..
Of course I've always opt for the more prototypical approach to my small yards,that of a small intermediate yard that a local or two works out of.
Now a small yard will work for a short line as well and it could feature a engine house and small servicing area.
However,some short lines don't even have a engine house or yard.
However..
Most layout size yards wouldn't even warrant a shop or RIP track no more then they would require a 24/7 yard crew or large engine servicing areas with roundhouse unless its a crew/engine change point since our yards look more like out laying industrial yards or a yard in a small city or town that has a local crew based there..
Of course I've always opt for the more prototypical approach to my small yards,that of a small intermediate yard that a local or two works out of.
Now a small yard will work for a short line as well and it could feature a engine house and small servicing area.
However,some short lines don't even have a engine house or yard.
Larry
Engineman
Summerset Ry
Make Safety your first thought, Not your last! Safety First!
Engineman
Summerset Ry
Make Safety your first thought, Not your last! Safety First!