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Fun Action Layouts for S-Trax "S" gauge

5' by 9' track plans


These layouts use the unique track of the S Helper Service.  The track is compatible with American Flyer in gauge and its track geometry, plus it has finished roadbed which imparts a realistic look.  Accessories include Plasticville structures and operating items from both MTH and Lionel.  Most of these accessories are reproductions of original American Flyer operating accessories.

Keep in mind that some accessory items may not be readily available.  Popular accessories are reissued from time to time.  You can substitute another accessory for the ones used in any of our examples.

This classic-style layout has passing sidings, spurs and two separate loops for two-train independent operation.  It makes for a fine commuter & freight type operation.

(17) S-Trax #258 10inch straight

(8) S-Trax #257 15inch straight

(13) S-Trax #259 R-19 30° curve

(12) S-Trax #292 R-24 30° curve

(5) S-Trax #298 #3 righthand turnout

(8) S-Trax #299 #3 lefthand turnout

(4) S-Trax cut 15inch straight

(2) S-Trax #291 R-19 15° curve

(5) AF #730 lighted bumper

(1) Lionel® 14001 #364 conveyor lumber loader

(1) Lionel® 12862 oil drum loader

(1) Lionel® 12798 forklift loader

(1) Lionel® 32996 #362 barrel loader

(1) Lionel® 2315 coaling station

(9) Plasticville 1200 station platform

(1) Plasticville 1620 loading platform

(1) Plasticville 1906 factory

(1) MTH 30-9122 AF #796 sawmill

(1) MTH 30-9119 AF #787 log loader

(1) MTH 30-11051 AF#23772 water tower

(1) MTH 30-9126 AF#23780 lamplighter

(1) MTH 10-1160 #165 magnet crane

(1) MTH 30-9032 #197 radar tower

Another layout that allows a blend of accessories, freight action and commuter trains.

(10) S-Trax #258 10inch straight

(7) S-Trax #257 15inch straight

(18) S-Trax #259 R-19 30° curve

(12) S-Trax #292 R-24 30° curve

(5) S-Trax #299 #3 lefthand turnout

(7) S-Trax #298 #3 righthand turnout

(4) S-Trax cut 15inch straight

(6) AF #730 lighted bumper

(1) S-Trax #291 R-19 15° curve

(1) Lionel® 22997 #2300 oil drum loader

(1) Lionel® 12798 forklift loader

(1) Lionel® 14155 #395 floodlight

(3) Plasticville 1200 station platform

(4) Plasticville 1620 loading platform

(1) Plasticville #1622 dairy barn w/silo

(1) Plasticville #1617 storage shed

(1) Plasticville #1408 windmill

(1) Plasticville 1618 TV transmitter station

(1) Plasticville #1500 diner

(1) Plasticville 1402 switch tower

(1) MTH 30-9043 AF coaler

(1) MTH 30-9119 AF #787 log loader 1 1

(1) MTH 30-9122 AF #796 sawmill

(1) MTH 30-9126 AF#23780 lamplighter

(1) MTH 30-11051 AF#23772 water tower

The freight yard is placed right for accessories.  This pike is for the serious user of operating accessories.

(10) S-Trax #258 10inch straight

(16) S-Trax #257 15inch straight

(16) S-Trax #259 R-19 30° curve

(11) S-Trax #292 R-24 30° curve

(11) S-Trax #299 #3 lefthand turnout

(4) S-Trax #298 #3 righthand turnout

(2) S-Trax #294 R-29 30° curve

(2) S-Trax cut 15inch straight

(7) AF #730 lighted bumper

(1) Lionel® 2300 oil drum loader

(1) Lionel® 12798 forklift loader

(1) Lionel® 2315 coaling station

(7) Plasticville 1200 station platform

(2) Plasticville 1901 Union Station platform

(1) Plasticville 1901 Union Station w/o platforms

(1) Plasticville 1616 suburban station

(1) Plasticville 1907 apartment house

(1) Plasticville #1500 diner

(1) Plasticville 1906 factory

(6) Plasticville 1620 loading platform

(1) Plasticville 1402 switch tower

(1) MTH 30-9119 AF #787 log loader

(1) MTH 30-9126 AF#23780 lamplighter

(1) MTH 30-9122 AF #796 sawmill

(1) MTH 30-11051 AF#23772 water tower

(1) MTH 30-9043 AF coaler

A busy track plan linking a residential area with an industrial zone.  

(13) S-Trax #258 10inch straight

(11) S-Trax #257 15inch straight

(20) S-Trax #259 R-19 30° curve

(12) S-Trax #292 R-24 30° curve

(2) S-Trax #291 R-19 15° curve

(8) S-Trax #299 #3 lefthand turnout

(5) S-Trax #298 #3 righthand turnout

(9) AF #730 lighted bumper

(1) Lionel® 22997 #2300 oil drum loader

(1) Lionel® 2315 coaling station

(5) Plasticville 1620 loading platform

(5) Plasticville 1200 station platform

(1) Plasticville 1701 New England ranch home

(2) Plasticville #1502 Cape Cod house

(1) Plasticville 1629 bungalow house

(1) Plasticville #1908 split-level house

(1) Plasticville 1700 two-story colonial house

(1) Plasticville #1603 Ranch house

(1) MTH 30-9119 AF #787 log loader

(1) MTH 30-9122 AF #796 sawmill

(1) MTH 30-9043 AF coaler `

(1) MTH 30-9126 AF#23780 lamplighter

(1) MTH 30-11051 AF#23772 water tower

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