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CSXT
HOHO Scale (1:87)Beginner Friendly
Modeling CSX Transportation in HO Scale
CSX Transportation offers HO modelers diverse operations from Florida flatlands to Appalachian coal country. The YN3 dark blue scheme and variety of predecessor equipment create interest.
Scale Ratio
1:87
16.5mm gauge
Space Needed
Moderate
Recommended Era
Modern Era
Key Equipment
5
Recommended items
Why Model CSX in HO Scale?
HO scale CSX modeling is well-supported by manufacturers. Athearn's Genesis line and ScaleTrains offer superb modern CSX power. The variety of terrain and operations—coal, intermodal, automotive—provides modeling diversity.
Recommended Equipment
Locomotive
ES44AH
Modern CSX diesel power
Locomotive
AC44CW
Older but still common power
Freight Car
Coal Hoppers
Appalachian coal service
Freight Car
Intermodal Well Cars
Container traffic
Freight Car
Autoracks
Automotive transport
Modeling Tips for CSX
1
CSX operates varied terrain from Florida flatlands to Appalachian mountain grades
2
Coal operations make great layout themes—include coal loading facilities and unit trains
3
AC44CW and ES44AH are the workhorses of the modern fleet
4
Heritage units honor B&O, C&O, L&N, Seaboard, and other predecessors
5
Eastern operations mean shorter trains than western roads—more realistic for home layouts
Shop CSX HO Scale
View AllSuggested Track Plans
All HO Plans4x8 ft
Classic 4x8 HO Oval
The quintessential starter layout. This timeless 4x8 HO oval is perfect for beginners and fits on a standard sheet of plywood. Features a passing siding and industrial spur for basic operations.
4x8 ft
4x8 HO Figure Eight
Add excitement to your 4x8 with this figure-eight design featuring an overpass crossing. Watch trains cross over and under each other on this engaging beginner layout.
4x8 ft
4x8 HO Twice Around
Double your running fun! This clever design loops the track twice around the layout, giving you double the mainline running on the same 4x8 footprint. Perfect for continuous running enthusiasts.