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HOHO Scale (1:87)Intermediate
Modeling Southern Pacific Railroad in HO Scale
Southern Pacific's Daylight scheme and challenging mountain operations make it a modeling favorite. HO scale offers excellent SP equipment from all eras.
Scale Ratio
1:87
16.5mm gauge
Space Needed
Moderate
Recommended Era
Transition Era
Key Equipment
5
Recommended items
Why Model Southern Pacific in HO Scale?
HO scale SP modeling benefits from strong product availability. The dramatic Daylight scheme, cab-forward steam, and diverse operations provide endless interest. Multiple manufacturers produce quality SP equipment.
Recommended Equipment
Locomotive
GS-4 Daylight
Streamlined 4-8-4 steam
Locomotive
AC-12 Cab Forward
Unique SP steam
Locomotive
SD9
Tunnel motor diesel
Passenger Car
Daylight Cars
Matching streamlined equipment
Freight Car
SP Freight Cars
Scarlet and gray equipment
Modeling Tips for Southern Pacific
1
Cab-forward locomotives are unique to SP and make stunning models
2
The Tehachapi Loop is one of the most modeled prototype scenes
3
SD9s and SD45s were signature SP freight power
4
Cotton Belt was a subsidiary with its own distinctive scheme
5
Speed lettering on tank cars identifies SP-owned equipment
Shop Southern Pacific 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.