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Track Layout Diagram
HO Scale - Mountain - L-Shaped
Track Switches Stations
Key Specifications
Dimensions8x14 ft L-Shape
ScaleHO
Min. Radius30"
Est. Cost$2000 - $4000
Build Time6-12 months
DifficultyAdvanced
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Union Pacific Big Boy Territory
Go big or go home! This layout celebrates UP's giant steam power with grades, helper districts, and enough room for those magnificent 4-8-8-4 Big Boys.
Key Features
- Grades for helper operations
- Sherman Hill inspired
- Large radius curves for Big Boys
- Coal and freight operations
- Dramatic mountain scenery
Track Requirements
Estimated track pieces needed to build this layout
80
Straight Sections
50
Curved Sections
12
Turnouts/Switches
Industries & Operations
Suggested industries for realistic switching operations
Coal mineIce houseRoundhouse
Scenery Areas
Different scenes and areas you can create on this layout
Sherman HillHelper stationSummitValley yard
Building Tips
- 1Big Boys need 30" minimum radius
- 2Include helper pocket for operations
- 3Athearn Big Boy is prototypically accurate
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