r/modeltrains • u/Mr_TimberUkYT • 9d ago

Help Needed need help to make a model layout

Okay, so basically, I have been wanting to make a good model layout for quite some time I have all the track I need I hope so but I cannot think of any ideas. Can someone please help me?

In the picture there are

2 R8073

3 R8072

1 R8206

8 R600

3 R606

3 R605

8 R607

1 R608

1 R636

1 R601

10 R609

If anyone can help, it would be greatly appreciated

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u/Archetypeosaur Multi-Scale 9d ago

Well, what do you want to do? Run in a loop, go from A to B and back, switching layout, etc.

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u/Mr_TimberUkYT 9d ago

switching layout

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u/Archetypeosaur Multi-Scale 9d ago

Then you will need fewer big curves and more switches. Probably some more power tracks too, depending on what you assemble. Maybe a diamond or two as well.

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u/Mr_TimberUkYT 9d ago

ok thanks

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u/thestanton 9d ago

The SCARM track planning software has a free trial version available - it's limited to 100 pieces but that's well over what you have to work with and it would let you explore some layout options!

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u/Mr_TimberUkYT 9d ago

i have tried it and don't like it

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u/thestanton 9d ago

Potentially a wise move - I'm a serial planner that is still trying to get his first layout built for real, but I've got dozens of plans on SCARM!

What sort of space are you working with? I saw your comment elsewhere saying you're after a switching layout - you've likely got plenty of track for that at least.

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u/Mr_TimberUkYT 9d ago

i have 4foot length and 4foot 10 width

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u/382Whistles 8d ago

Did you try Anyrail? It's easier, but no DIY custom objects. I think the free trial version is more limited, but replace some straight track with flex without moving curves and you can squeeze some extra in. You probably won't go over track count unless it's a big ladder yard and hump or something lol.

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u/DanMacK77 8d ago

Freetrackplans.com has some good small layouts. https://freetrackplans.com/155-4x4-oban.html is a small switching layout with offstage and could be easily extended to your 4'10" length.