On30 Micro Layout

Saw this old fruit tray at my local tip - Landfill and thought 16 x 26 inches. Reckon i could get a On30 something in there

[@tommysager138]

Your little layouts are great. I get a big thrill (and lots of good tips) every time I see one of them.

[@carlroberts2539]

Thanks soooo much Tommy that means alot

[@ianmckinley5613]

I rather like the shelf of buildings, might add a backdrop behind them. Wonderful demonstration of what a person can do in a small space.

[@carlroberts2539]

Thank you Ian,I wanted to keep it contained in the tray but like most of the layouts i build they get a little bit bigger than i had planned, But i quite like the shelf to and as you say if i can get the right backdrop it hopefully will all come together , Thanks again for your kind comments ,All the best

[@user-ic3ct4yg6w]

U I have enjoyed your video and it really helps me with my recovery from my brain tumour and stroke as I try to get back to my modelling I mention my illness so you know who is watching and why thank you 😊

[@carlroberts2539]

Hi Martin, I am so sorry to hear your news it sounds like you have had a very challenging time, I hope your recovery is going well and you get stronger week by week, thank you for watching my videos and putting up with me repeating myself alot, unfortunately I had a heart attack a couple of months ago so I haven't been modelling, but lets hope we both get back to it soon, I wish you all the very best, and please would you c keep me informed as to how you are doing, Carl

[@user-ic3ct4yg6w]

Thank you for the reply i do reddard As a condition for me beat

[@user-ic3ct4yg6w]

Thank you for the reply I regard my stroke as only a condition for me to beat

[@mcekim2]

Beautiful little layout. The scenery is fantastic. Well done.

[@carlroberts2539]

Thank you for your kind words, it means alot to me, all the best Carl

[@adrianlane4256]

As a younger person I disliked anything but larger layouts, however with age I know appreciate these smaller scale layouts even more than anything but the ultra realistic larger scale ones.

[@carlroberts2539]

Hi Adrian, many years ago I started a large layout, I wanted to see full length trains running through the country side, I sort of made a good start but ran out of time-money and probably motivation , I didn't build another layout for quite a few years, when I started again I promised myself I would finish what I started, over a hundred layouts later I love our hobby and have been lucky to have outlets for what I build, all the best to you and happy modelling

[@monsvillerailways5736]

Nice work. That looks great. If space is a problem, build a small layout. The old Tri-ang TT has a 10" first radius curve. I'm building an 1800x600 (6'x2') Tri-ang TT layout that would fit under any bed. As you say, there are things you can do if space is a problem. Happy Modelling Mon

[@desmcleod2604]

Well done looks good

[@diceman2004]

Excellent man . Alot going on in that small space ... great job .

[@carlroberts2539]

Cheers diceman, this was a lot of fun and the great thing about the micro builds is, I get them finished , with is always a bonus

[@ironworksmodels]

I love it! Would be great for a little traveling layout that you can put in your car!

[@carlroberts2539]

Many thanks and Wow ive just seen your Crossing shanty kit , what a lovely model

[@colinkonig1438]

Attractive small layout, just shows how much you can do in a small area- well done Carl!

[@carlroberts2539]

Good to hear from you Colin,hope all is well with you, hows progress coming on with your 009 narrow gauge layout ? Happy modelling and all the best Carl

[@chiparooo]

Just amazing! The aesthetics of the crate and the train layout are perfect. Thanks for sharing!

[@user-nx6qr1mt6f]

Absolutely charming!

[@frankkie3849]

Very nice details and designs. Thanks for sharing..

[@carlroberts2539]

Many thanks Frankkie, all the best

[@jeffbrownlee9612]

Tremendous job! What great fun. The detail makes the scene. Well done creating a small layout with such visual appeal.

[@carlroberts2539]

Thanks so much Jeff, this little layout just came together on its own, small works for me from now on

[@normg2242]

You have a fantastic eye for creating idyllic scenery. It really draws me in!

[@carlroberts2539]

Thats very kind of you to say Sir, all the best to you Carl

[@dkaustin98]

Very good. Lots of great detail. You can use coin sized earth magnets to hold on the photo backdrop so, it is removable. Put a second one on the other side and you can swap the backdrops when the mood strikes.

[@carlroberts2539]

Many thanks and i like your idea of the double sided backdrop attached with magnets,I will get onto that

[@angeloavanti2538]

Brilliant! Cheers.

[@carlroberts2539]

Very kind of you Angelo, many thanks Carl

[@brianmccutcheon3205]

Brilliant layouts, watched all you videos. You have done a great job I take my hate off to you. I love those back building

[@carlroberts2539]

Many thanks for your kind words Brian it means a lot

[@shagster1970]

Brilliant! Loads of character.

[@carlroberts2539]

Many thanks 👍

[@billfusionenterprise]

ever plan to do some build videos? Doesn't have to be full length, but one on how you modified the track be neat

[@carlroberts2539]

No problem , i will be starting a new Micro layout in the next week or two so will see what i can come up with ,all the best

[@jackheninger5471]

I love it. Have you given any thought to detailing the inside of the shops and adding lights?

[@carlroberts2539]

Thanks Jack,thats a great idea of yours and it should be easy to add some lighting as the shelf comes off and is only thin ply,

[@nicholasboisvert7386]

Looks mint 👌

[@carlroberts2539]

Thanks Nicholas

[@surreygav2353]

Perfect,😀

[@carlroberts2539]

Thanks Gav

[@brookingsbeachcomber]

very nice, new sub

[@onkelmichl3300]

Tiptop

[@carlroberts2539]

Many thanks , you have a great KZbin channel very inspiring , all the best Carl

[@onkelmichl3300]

@@carlroberts2539 Merci Carl

[@gregmusser748]

ok, i've spent entirely too much time trying to find you on instagram... to no avail.

[@carlroberts2539]

Sorry Greg looks like they have suspended me again, apparently they don't like the word Whimsical im on FB under Carl's Whimsical Railways if thats any help

[@tonyromano6220]

7” radius?

[@carlroberts2539]

Hi Tony, I believe it was 14 inch diameter, I remember it was a squeeze but no problem for the Bachmann On30 Porter, I used peco track and just removed half the sleepers, all the best to you Carl

[@tonyromano6220]

Figured so, I saw a micro layout at our local show it was 7”. Adorable and inspiring little RR!

[@carlroberts2539]

@@tonyromano6220 Thanks Tony and the best thing for me is, I get them finished, I have been known to move onto something else and not go back for a while , in fact I have more than enough unfinished layouts,