If you wish to make a payment to ntrak for items not listed in the shopping cart above, you may do so by clicking on the donate button here. Click picture for download pdf the double interwoven oval. Ntrak calvins corner howard beall mountain corner ntrak camp site set josh weilepp and steve jackson module set ttrak camp swampy chester freedenthal 180 corner ttrak construction site set steve jackson module set ttrak continental coke john steitz quad ttrak cruising jim altobello poff ntrak dairy corner jim nickle. Process for installing subroadbed and cork roadbed in preparation for laying trackjim davis. Youve probably heard of ntrak a national set of standards that allows nscale modules to be joined together into larger layouts at shows and exhibitions. Its designed for easy expansion, and can be built as a standalone model or an ntrak module. This plan features a doubletrack mainline with broad curves as well as a turntable and yard to display your collection.
If using the scenic ridge atlas track pack st1182, follow the track layout plan on pages 4243 of this instruction booklet. Hornby model railway track plans download pdf plans download. Anyrail makes model railroad design so easy, its fun. Download this track plan from the september 2016 model railroader. Track arrangement for the triple can be accomplished with numerous ways as long as track length for each line is 930 mm of track. Flex track is also available with builtin superelevation. Here is the ntrak weblink to organizations all over the globe. Jan 29, 2018 track planning for realistic operation. The inside corner is not as common as other module types but is required for lshaped layouts that consist of a double row of modules. Rotate switches in the direction you indicate and bend flexible track without cumbersome menu options and mouse clicks. Its use can present a challenge to those who design, setup and operate ntrak layouts. Prototype railroad concepts for your model railroad model railroader 3rd edition paperback january 29, 2018.
Heres a timelapse video showing the capitol city ngineers. Here you can find your purchases and activated copies, as well as set your email and password preferences. Enjoy designing your layout anyrail ensures everything fits. The compact size of n scale means a 4x8 can provide a big showcase for a large collection. Set up modules and place in position sequentially per the. We will also establish a theme and lay out the basic track plan in this clinic. Click on this a 5ft x 3ft n gauge train set based on design fifteen from the peco setrack plan book.
Numbers on module are suggested part numbers for kato track. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Look for a derailed locomotivecar or lococar sitting on turnout or gap. However, as a rough rule and assuming standard radii corners and 33. The upper table line requires 2 tablewide bridges or causeways to span the gap. Pdfs can be used to present documents using text, images, and other rich media. On the other hand, my nearby wye offers an easy way to turn not only engines but entire trains. These are available for our reference and guidance. That is now also the anniversary date for renewal of northeast ntrak membership. Lots of good ideas about using modules as the basis for a home layout.
Builders of 6 and 8 modules are asked to include a set of either hand on their modules if they fit with the track plan. This is the prototype of a series of modules that can be used to expand any layout. You probably wont consider a balloon track or reversing loop for turning locomotives unless this track arrangement is already part of the layout plan. Anyrail the easiest model railroad design software. Enjoy this collection of dozens of nscale track plans, and youre sure to find one with ideas you can use. A set of recommended practices for module wiring have been developed pracices are published at. As necessary check the various dcc devices in the layout, the track wiring and the loconet wiring. The ntrak manual is available to download free at the other publications may be purchased there as well. Corners standard corners can be 30 by 30 inches, 3 by 3 or 4 by 4 feet, etc. These and other books on n scale modeling are available from the ntrak store. Standard dimension of 12 x 48 inches, a single track is set 7 inches from the skyboard. Software effects processing via plugins is one of the most powerful features of softwarebased multitrack recording in geeral and of ntrack in particular.
Thousands of layouts have been designed and built using 3rd planit. Ntrak specifications short overview ntrak represents a concept for building modular layouts for settings in homes, at clubs and public displays from small to very large. Set one end of the layout in place usually the end with the yard tmodule to anchor the layout. Tracker software products develops fast, light pdf software for viewing, converting, and editing pdf documents, with unparalleled support and service, including the best pdf reader as voted by life hacker readers. Introduction rr track is a model train layout visualization application. Unofficial ttrak handbook small modules for nscale. Why not make a 2x4 module that you can have in your connected to your personal layout in your train room that can be quickly removed and. Anyrail is probably the easiesttouse model railway design tool around. The fourmodule system is our main staging location. The following track plans are among the over 100 plans, drawn to 121 scale, shown in the track plan set available from ntrak. Add buildings and other objects and bring your world to life. Track b can continue along the modules or continue down into staging. Digital command control for ntrak layouts designing for reliable operations keeping it running by. Pre plan the layout and configuration of modules based on the allotted space.
Pdf download model railway track plans download online video. Model railroader is the worlds largest magazine on model trains and model railroad layouts. When we set up an ntrak layout at model railroad shows, one of the more common questions we get is how long it takes to set it up. While most layouts consist of multiple ovals it is possible to use ttrak modules to run trains in a point to point fashion. A set of each hand is helpful in any layout to shift trains from one track to another. Bantrak is the baltimore areas ntrak club since 1983. Software is available from various companies if you wish to design your unitrack layout on a computer. But have you heard of ttrak, which uses even smaller modules measuring 1218 long by 814 wide and 234 high, designed to sit on folding tables which represents the t in.
Construction progress of light weight ntrak end loop modules. It lets you use up to 50 pieces of track before haveing to purchase the software and has all of the atlas snap and code 55 pieces in it library too. The woodland scenics road system is also included so you can add streets, roads, parking lots, sidewalks and other paved areas. Search for track plans by size, scale, type and issue where it first appeared.
Preplan the layout and configuration of modules based on the allotted space. Rules for dcc design and operation of ntrak layoutsrules. We will be using multiple modules during this process, so that we may start with laying the roadbed on the basic benchwork, then laying track. Ttrak layouts can range from a simple circle to a large complex network of modules. Online guide hornby model railway track plans download video pfd download. In january i will be visiting with the 4d ntrak group to ask questions and get a firsthand look at their modules. There are two ways to clean the track use track cleaning cars such as aztec or two centerline cars with a wet cloth on the front roller and a dry cloth on the rear rolleror wipe the track with a wet rag then follow up with a dry rag. From tabletop z scale, through 4x8s, roomsized layouts, basement and outbuilding empires and a fullscale ethanol plant, 3rd planit is the cad software chosen by the most discriminating hobbyists. Ttrak, trams, trolleys, trains, two tracks and table top here are lees three ttrak modules as they were displayed at the saint louis nmra train show in july 2001. Based on experience from several ntrak layouts at train shows, a set of rules for dcc operations on ntrak layouts. Use the ntrack compressor plugin that comes bundled with ntrack studio to flatten out the vocals dynamics, making the quiet parts louder and the loud sections quieter.
Check all track and turnouts ensure gaps are still open. Over 61 participants contributed 340 modules of all sizes 732 equivalent single modules and the. On the right is a carnival scene with a battery powered merry go round. Unofficial ttrak handbook small modules for nscale railroads. After the benchwork has been completed, designing and laying track is the next step in the process. A photo of a corner module shows the dimensions of these modules to be closer to that of ntrak with wider sweeping corners and examples showing some north american prototype themes. Because the station is in a curve which gives this n gauge track plan a charming appearance, standard tracks alone can. Please be sure to include special instructions to the company store manager in. Ntrak is a set of standards for n scale model train modules. Lots of good track plans, virtually no duplication with model railroading handbook, volume 3. Among the many people that have contributed in making the program always better with countless suggestions, comments, and bug reports, i. Ttrak, trams, trolleys, trains, two tracks and table top. The responsibility of the coordinator is to set up a layout to provide an operating display for the host train club show.
Ntrak standards and issues to consider in building a modulejim davisjune 2015 21k. Ntrak modules are marked by their standard three running tracks two are mainline tracks and the third is the branchline track that are required on all modules. Wiring a new dcc layout or converting to dcc a layout that is currently wired for dc. Bump outs on the modules are permitted, same as ntrak. Taking the track out of the box and winging it can be fun, but there is nothing more frustrating than getting your track almost set up, and then realizing youre one straight track short, or that you bought a righthand switch instead of a left. Then the outside rail of the track can be raised with 2 wood strips or 0. The following double crossing layout raises one set of tables above the other to allow a tablewidth crossing. November track laying techniques december scenery techniques 1 surplus sale both tc hobby shop and nashville ntrak will be offering surplus and donated items for sale. Track plan database search for track plans by size, scale, type and issue where it first appeared.
Insulated gaps are needed in both rails of any crossover tracks. The triple module is 928 mm wide with 930 mm of track triple the track length of a single. Obviously, it can be accomplished using three times the pieces required for a single. All proceeds benefit tennessee central railway museum.
The quantities shown on the following plans reflect piece, not package, quantities. Modules follow ntrak or nmra standards, as applicable. Its also entirely independent, so you can build with almost any track. Introduction the scenic ridge layout kit builds a 3 x 6 n scale layout, complete with inclines, mountains, creeks, tunnels, bridges, roads and landscape. Whether you want to share a marketing brochure, a sales pitch to investors, a user manual to customers, online fashion magazines, share a white paper, etc, the majority of these documents are displayed in a pdf format.
Rules for dcc design and operation of ntrak layouts page 4 there are two general methods of powering an ntrak layout centralized and distributed. N gauge model railway layout plans pdf plans download. On the left is a japanese scene, in the center is a european street scene with a subway below. This page gives a very brief explanation of the advantages of dcc, how dcc works, and finally how to use the atlas dcc wiring diagrams to either build a new atlas dcc layout or convert to dcc an existing atlas layout that is currently wired for dc operation. On a standard comer the track should be set back 6 inches from the nominal front edge. If the track subgrade is on risers, the tops of the risers can be cut or set at the appropriate very small angle, but this is difficult to. Rules for dcc design and operation of ntrak layouts page 2 introductionintroduction digital command control dcc is widely used on ntrak layouts. Ntrak entry module model railroader magazine model. Online guide n gauge model railway layout plans video pfd download.
Ntrak standards require the last 4 inches of track work at each end of all modules to be as follows. Named after our most enthusiastic family member, this module gave you an idea of what many railroad small towns in montana looked like. With centralized powering all the dcc control equipment command station, boosters, ur91, etc. Refer to the unofficial ttrak handbook see links for module dimensions as they can vary depending on the depth of straight single modules. Using masking tape, mark the floor at all corners of the layout, per the floor plan. If not a loconet problem then check for a track short. Converting your layout to dcc atlas model railroad. It is designed to easily enable anyone to create, view, and edit toy train layouts consisting of z, tt, n ho, o, o27, g, s, and standardwide gauge track. By the way i like the diamonds through the ntrak mains, it should turn out to be a really nice focal point. Show coordinator august 2009 for every train show, a members of the northeast ntrak will be assigned as a show coordinator. There are optional sizes and track locations to give a great deal of flexibility to the system. Tracker software products pdf creation software, free. This layout design is built around a number of ntrak modules, and was conceived on behalf of a friend in my ntrak club.
Pdf download n gauge train layout plans online video. Subscribe today to download a pdf version of any of our track plans. An extensive upper layout will require a lot of blocks. Triple flush deck modules are also available with a recessed pocket or shelf to accomodate a car float barge. It doesnt matter if the pike is a switching lay only eight inches wide or forms a complete oval on 2 x 4foot shelves. Rules for dcc design and operation of ntrak layoutsrules for.
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