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12" by 8" Shelf-Type Layouts
What if you do not have the space for a wide layout? Try a shelf layout and place the loops where you can! For most of its length, this layout does not extend 2 foot from the wall. The only wider space is needed for the end loops,. All additional trackwork is done inside the long loop. You get plenty of continuous running in a narrower space.
Here is the basic loop to loop. Its furthest extension from the wall is 40 to 42 inches at the loops. In between, it extends less and 2 feet. This one has a passing siding. |
Here we add a passing siding to the inside of the loop on the back edge. |
You can add a variety of lines, spurs and sidings inside the loop itself. We used 18" curves. You can use #4 and #6 switches. They allow good switching without demanding as much space as standard HO switches. |
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