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Layout

A model railroad installation, including track, scenery, and supporting infrastructure.

Full Definition

A layout is the complete model railroad installation - track, benchwork, scenery, wiring, and everything else that makes up the railroad. The term distinguishes a complete installation from loose trains or temporary track arrangements. Layouts range from simple ovals to room-filling masterpieces.

Examples

•His layout fills the basement with three levels of track and detailed scenery

Tips & Best Practices

Plan your layout thoroughly before building - changes are expensive later

Related Terms

Model Railroad

A miniature representation of a railroad, including trains, track, scenery, and structures.

Benchwork

The structural framework that supports a model railroad layout.

Track Plan

The design showing how track is arranged on a layout.

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