Getting Started in Model Railroading (Yes, Really)

[@hangarflying]

Excellent project! I, too, am a wargamer who is interested in model railroading. I don’t have any investment in the railroad side of things yet. My biggest hang up had always been figuring out what kind of layout I want to do. I’ve gotten excited about a freelance logging line, as that has a lot of possibility with the space I have available to build it in. Looking forward to seeing your updates!

[@AbelDuviant]

Never seen you before, but can't wait to see your railroading journey!

[@KingChocobo]

You might want to cut your base into a few sections if in the possible future you might have to move or if you want to upgrade your desk or even if you want to move your desk.

[@mervi3614]

I’m actually really excited about your new projects👍

[@wargameexplorer]

Thanks! A lot to come!

[@theofficerfactory2625]

Uh, one problem. That loop on the left side doubles back on itself. If the whole thing is not reverse track capable, it will short out and nothing will run. Now there are gadgets that can alleviate this conundrum but be careful with what track that you get. Same thing applies on the big loop. Also be careful of your grades. N scale is very unforgiving and can slip if the grade is too steep.

[@theofficerfactory2625]

I, myself, am a wargamer who does commissions but I had my start in model railroading when I was 6 but nothing permanent; o scale. My dad in 1998 started Fischer's Creations and we ran that til 2003 and then again 2012-2020 when he passed away. I am super busy with commissions but I plan to take what we have still in boxes and laying around to make into 28/32mm buildings but up to my dads level of detail. One day. Also I have to finish our HO scale layout that we started to build.

[@benupdegraft6686]

Dope. I’m here for it

[@corem6872]

Just found your channel but can't wait to see how this project unfolds, the plans look so fun!

[@chrisragner3882]

Ironically I have followed the same path. I have a large collection of miniatures (still need painting), and tons of locomotives and rolling stock. Had a friend who owned a hobby shop and purchased a lot relatively inexpensive many years ago. My hope too is to build a new layout and continue my FRPG interest as well. And freelance is my goal. I could never do prototypical.

[@greggmundkowsky7957]

The only problem I see is that your reversing loop is small which will limit the length of your train, it also poses wiring issues, I would have my return track run parallel to each other you can then run and just watch your trains

[@KagatoIuchi]

Looking forward to seeing what you make!

[@wargameexplorer]

Thanks! I'll be updating more soon!