Rough Anyrail copy of the plan listed by Hunt using a 15" and 18" R turns


Using 18"R turns and some added features. Table is approx. 4' 3" wide.

Not 3 mains, but here are some anyrail lay-outs I've drawn up

Always good to see a plan go from paper to table. I agree, it looks great. Keep up the good work and updates. Some video would be nice, too.

Here's a couple donut designs I'm working on to fix the reach problem. As always, comments welcomed.

Thinking that the grouping of three turn-outs in the upper right-hand corner might cause problems, I put the cross-over section in the bottom of the track. Points 1, 2, 3, and 4 do not fit perfectly, but the gap was close enough that it connected, and the next size piece was too large. Also, it appears to me that the size of area A would limit the amount of cars could be worked with in the yard. This would not necessarily be a bad thing as it would allow (require) more switching to move cars around. The changes to that area in the second track allow for more cars, but may not be as visually appealing.

My pleasure. This playing with anyrail can be addicting  

This one may be closer to your original design

This one uses radius turnouts also. (don't know if that is ok or not. Maybe some more experienced RR'ers will comment) It is a little smaller and is not so close to the edge of the table

Show33, Played around with your lay-out with #4 and 5 turn outs. Added a little something extra          

I like the look of it. Like you said, I think it is a good 1st lay-out to see how much interest the kids will have. ( I'm guessing a lot) The thing that I'm concerned about is the radius turn-outs. Back to back like they are, it appears that they create S curves which could cause derailments. Having to constantly stop to put the train back on the track could cause a loss in interest in the hobby. But like I said, I do like the concept you have and think it's a good lay out

Jward and I did help Joe with his lay out because we both had anyrail. It was Jeff's plan that Joe used. ( at least that's how I think it ended up)  However, I didn't give any help with landscaping.

Guys, What I 'm pretty sure happened was Joe set up the track the way he wanted it. Then, when he was happy with how it was working, took it apart and put plaster cloth down, then put the track over that.

Don and Joe, Thanks for the advise. I'd rather have the problems spotted and fixed (as much as possible) before instead of after it is set up.

I do appreciate all suggestions, and may send each of you a pm for more info on your ideas.

The min. radius is 18" and the turn outs are #'s 4,5, and 6.

As it stands right now, 3 sides butt up against a wall. Yes, I am very aware of the problem with reach and could end up making big changes to the design.

We are remodeling the basement, and while my design is based on the space the wife has allocated me, I may gain or lose space once we finish the remodel. On the plus side, she has a lot of junk, er, ah, I mean valuable items, that she will story under the table, and she is not an unreasonable person. If fact, she was going to surprise me with a DCC system, but didn't know what to get. So, depending on how much money we had left in the budget, I might just get DCC and a loco or two.

Morgun

Looks like you have some S curves which will likely cause derailments also.

Maybe I finally got it to work, we'll see.


Ok, I did get it to work, so give me your constructive criticism please.

Did I create a loop and a short?