NSUPin SA N Scale Shelf Layout Idea
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So I have completed and sold my "Lance Mindheim" style ISL Shelf layout and had a break from modeling.....long enough to take not of the new generation N Scale locos that are arriving on the scene with fine details as in the FVM GE ES44AC I acquired in NS colors. I'm more of a modeler than a train fanatic but modern US power is where my heart lies, even though I live thousands of miles away in South Africa. Here is my HO ISL http://bigbluetrains.com/forum/viewtopic...=46&t=4271 using UP and SSW re-patched locos based on prototypes in the late 90's.

I have always wanted a Geneva Sub style layout with MU trains of Inter-modal cars or Hoppers and reefer units dragging through scenic areas or mountain passes, hence me wanting to get into N Scale so as to make use of the space I may have available.

Here is my basic idea, Intermodal yard and a few other industries on route to a mountain pass on the southern section of the island then dropping under the shelf to emerge again in the NE corner. Designed with a staging yard underneath that would just hold cars and with the possibility of having a continuous train running while swithich the Intermodal yard or any other industry...

let me know your thoughts...

   

Dimensions are 100mm x 100mm grid. N Scale code 55 track. Trying for a 400-450mm radius minimum. #10 on main and #6 in yards and smaller industries.
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Oh....before anyone comments I realize there are no cross overs or turnouts to certain things like the exit of the intermodal yard. this is just a basic idea. I need to purchase the full version of anyrail to add more items 35
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#3
Had some time to weather and detail my FVM GE ES44AC

   
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#5
A very nice weathered model but the windscreen wipers are absolute outstanding.
Reinhard
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#6
HAHA Reinhard, they are not the best. I lost one and they not installed well. I have ordered new ones and will get a magnifier and better light when I do the next set. I also have some more grab irons to install to match the prototype.
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#7
Wonderful to have the hands and eyes to do that. Did you think about some alternative handrails too? The handrails are fine with a "normal" N scale model but together with those wipers.....
Reinhard
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#8
I like how your track plan has switching and continuous run
Cheers,
Richard

T & A Layout Build http://bigbluetrains.com/forum/viewtopic...=46&t=7191
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#9
Well, I had to check the Kadee coupling to make sure it was a model. Thumbsup
David
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Perth & Exeter Railway Company
Esquesing & Chinguacousy Radial Railway
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#10
That's actually amazing detail Work.

I find it mindboggling to think that it's in N scale
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#11
Gumpoleon Wrote:That's actually amazing detail Work.

I find it mindboggling to think that it's in N scale


Same here.
Mike

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#12
Wow! When I scrolled down I assumed the first pic of 8112 was of a prototype! Thumbsup Thumbsup Thumbsup
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#13
Hi,

Wow,fantastic work on the engine and also a nice plan for the layout.

Cheers,Chris
Building the BC-Rail Dawson Creek Subdivision in H0 scale http://bigbluetrains.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=46&t=7835
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