I added the Kato v2 set to my collection. The viaduct track comes with elevated piers in various heights. Alone, the v2 set can create a rectangle track with one side elevated high enough to run a second track under
v16 Ultimate Figure Eight
I have used the v16 Kato set in several of my recent layouts. This variation is the largest radius double track set from Kato. It fits nicely on a four foot wide table. This week I added turnouts on all
v14 and v16 with Extras
I am back in the sunroom with a new 4×8 layout. Last week I had essentially unlimited space on the floor in our new room. This week, I am back in the sunroom. The picture below shows what the sunroom
Easter Train 2021
I do not get to use the “new room” very often, but this Easter is one of those times. I used most of my track to make a giant layout. Normally, I keep stacks of similar pieces bundled with rubber
One Long Single Track
My last few layouts have been different combinations of the v11 and v16 Kato variant sets. Before I started with something fresh, I wanted to try a small adjustment that would turn the combo into a single lane, very long
Kato Unitrack v11 & v16 with Overpass and Reverse Loop
Last week I did a 4×10 layout using the v11 and v16 sets. The biggest problem with the layout was moving a train from the outside track to the inside track, which is where the reverse loop was located. This
Kato Unitrack Reverse Loop
This is a small layout that took about 15 minutes to setup. All the track needed is in the picture below. It is a fun layout that permits two trains to easily travel between the inside and outside lanes. The
4 x 10 Four Track Layout
I wanted to create a layout that was as long as possible, but not have any overpasses. On the 4 x 10 table, I started with a loop of two lanes going all the way around. I added a turnout
Watch the Trolley
I added a trolley to the inventory. This is the first layout with the trolley. It is on an inside lane using 20-174 curves. These 150mm radius curves are too sharp for most of my trains, but the trolley handles
Fun Figure 8
Download SCARM file. Main table is 4 x 8 feet with a 2 x 4 feet added section at bottom left. Featured trains include:Pennsylvania Railroad – GG1 engine pulling Broadway LimitedMilwaukee Road – Olympian HiawathaBurlington Route – Silver Streak Zephyr