Model Railroad Switching Layouts

35 - Beginners guild to design your own switching layout! 1ft x 7ft N scale example.

We explain the basics of switching, apply it to a custom N-Scale track plan, and finally I explain how to operate the plan we made. Add switching to your layout, or design one from scratch. Your starting point to get all the information is here! Layout design https://ModelRailroadDesigns.com Support & track plans https://www.patreon.com ...

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