The Best and Most Detailed Large - Scale Model Railroad layout in the World 4K UHD

THE SUNDANCE CENTRAL RAILROAD - The Sundance was formed in January 2004 with the goal to create a more detailed and uniformly scened, large-scale traveling layout. This 1:20.3 scale modular model railroad consisting of forty modules for a layout size of 45 feet by 45 feet. The railroad consists of 400 feet of hand laid code 250 aluminum rails that are hand spiked with individual tie plates onto wood ties with a total of 16 turn-outs.
The modular was built by a group of seven model train enthusiasts. This diverse group is made up of people who have a passion of early narrow gauge steam locomotives to modern day standard gauge diesels.
The purpose for forming this modular group was to provide the public a realistic look at model railroading in a large-scale format. The modules are highly detailed from the scratch built supporting structures and buildings down to the surrounding scenery. The trains and rolling stock that will be running on these modules will also be highly detailed and weathered.
Address: 2645 Success Dr, Odessa, FL 33556
Web: www.finescalemodeling.org

[@andrewway3404]

Doesn't matter how old you are, the love of trains can be enjoyed anytime !

[@user-ki9ly1uy1w]

This isn't just a model train; this is a time machine. Took me back to my childhood in the 40's. Obviously, this is a true American treasure and should probably windup in the Smithsonian Museum at some point to be taken care of forever and ever.

[@Loulovesspeed]

This layout is at such an exceptional level of realism and outstanding detail, that no amount of words could possibly do it justice. Magnificent!

[@magnificentmuttley2084]

I couldn’t have said that any better. It really is an exceptional railroad/railway project. Regards from Northern Ireland. ☘️

[@Madtech19]

Speechless!

[@bessiebraveheart]

Hi from England. I thought my layout was good, but this is the best I've ever seen, I'm 75 and I seen some. FANTASTIC. thank you.

[@Need4Life]

You're very welcome!

[@airfiero4772]

I’ve probably seen thousands of layouts in person, pictures or videos. This might be the most exhaustively detailed layout I’ve ever seen. Just wow.

[@kulbirkhadka3766]

I do not understand why people 'dislike' posts like these, what's there to dislike here? Simply beats me.

[@cingcat3721]

I have watched 1000s of model train layouts,and this is by far the best one I've ever seen. The realilizem is Disney-esk. I'm not sure Disney could top this. I believe the nudity is a little over the top, especially for a model train layout,but there isn't a close second to what's been done on this. They knocked it out of the park

[@lobstrosity7163]

Incredible. You don't need to know much about model railways to appreciate this masterpiece. My only remark is the humans could have less saturated colors to better blend in with the realistic environment.

[@mmsbhogal290]

By far, this is the most realistic model railway I have ever come across. Apart from rail engines & wagons, the minute details are incredible. A welder, a barber, a painter painting a nude portrait, bulls pulling wooden carts loaded with logs, everything looks so real & familiar.

[@jimstrainsandstuff9539]

I am almost speechless!!!!!! What can be done with LGB size models is just stunning. An hour or two's work there for sure. To the three thousand people it took to construct this masterpiece; very well done.

[@jimstrainsandstuff9539]

@Lactrix That was just my weird Australian sense of humour. Sorry you didn't get it. Very nice job all the same.

[@garygullikson6349]

The engines and rolling stock are impressive but the mechanical animation is exquisite in scale appearance and realism of movement. The realism of buildings and people figures beyond amazing. Keeping this all working must require as much skill as the original building and "tweaking" to get it working as desired. Congratulations to all involved.

[@muss1951]

I saw this in person, and this video does not begin to show the quality, reality, high detailing, and exquisite modeling that these guys put together. This is my favorite RR I have ever seen in my 50 plus years of model RR

[@cingcat3721]

Anyone could watch this video 200 times and not see it all. Incredible It's by far the most detailed layout I've ever seen. The weathering is absolutely stunning. The only correct way to watch this is to stop and start and view it frame by frame

[@lucaspascual5956]

KZbin shouldn't even show the option for thumbs down for this masterpiece.

[@kulbirkhadka3766]

Totally agree.

[@elleryparsons5766]

How could you Not love This Layout? This is what Model Railroading Looks like At it’s Best.No Doubt.

[@daveanderson6248]

I believe this is the finest modeling I have ever seen. The overall detail, attention to proportion, weathering, and scenery techniques are astonishing.

[@fromthistexasbreath]

I agree. This has got to be world class. It's clear that every inch has been carefully considered and modelled. Nothing here looks half-assed and done the easy way. On top of that, 1/20.3 is hardly a common scale so I'm sure the majority of everything must have been scratch built too. Would be amazing to see in person!

[@zarroth]

only thing I noticed missing were the chains shouldn't be dangling on the cars loaded with the logs. they should be strapped up over the logs to hold them on. Otherwise, awesome.

[@boomingevils1614]

True

@@zarroth It looks a lot more beautiful when the steel chains are dangling loosely, rather than tightly installed.

[@nlo114]

@@zarroth I'm sure the lumber-yard staff will be reprimanded before the next shift ;-) Apart from the dangerous health and safety lapses a splendid layout!

[@eschnitger]

Truly an amazing layout...

[@javanbirdbluerusselling5285]

This is the most incredible model I've ever seen!!! Even out in a visible welding arc! Incredible!!

[@captainmorgan757]

The simulated cloud-to-cloud lighting (upper left portion of the screen) at 1:05 is a nice and quite unique addition. The detail is beyond my vocabulary!

[@martinroberts8469]

Astonishing detail, weathering, etc. and some great little 'cameos'.

[@pnwRC.]

The amount of detail that went into this layout is incredible. I LOVE the animation that's been incorporated into it as well.

[@RANDALLOLOGY]

That layout looked so real with all the little detail of real life back in the day. AWSOM !!

[@guitarstevie2]

Amazing! I've built a few layouts in my day, and can really appreciate the attention to detail you guys have. I've never enjoyed a model RR video more. Thanks

[@starshine419]

Quite an amazing model railway... fantastic engines and rolling stock ... the moving figures.... even the grass growing by the tracks looks real !

[@mclifer]

The perfect era done perfectly. Outstanding!

[@nickmaurer3186]

This is the best layout I have ever seen. The time period is fantastic, loved it very much.

[@markframe6457]

One of the best train sets I've seen as far as detailed work,... Rock on

[@Greenfluent1]

Wow, I am insanely impressed by the detail on this layout, and everything, the bushes, the grass, the trees, the trains and the railroad, even the house's and people is all made by people! The amount of effort this took is incredible, I'm very impressed.

[@brianzane4778]

This is a really cool layout. It even has “cast iron” wheels in the wheel garden.lots of attention to detail. Weeds growing between the tracks and a bordello.

[@johnrettig1880]

Thank You Guys for the salute to good old West Side Lumber Co . Through the 50's and part of the 60's. My family worked for West Side . Grate to see the equipment on anyone's layout .

[@pedritocadenasaranda4710]

Que hermoso video. Los que crecimos cerca de una estacion ferroviaria sentimos esa nostalgia por esos momentos maravillosos cuando el tren llegaba y se mostraba imponente, la gente subía y bajaba y los trabajadores no para de realizar sus tareas. En mi país los trenes ya son muy pocos, yo vivo cerca de una estacion y de vez en cuando aún se escuchan estos sonidos maravillosos. Gracias por compartir!! Saludos desde México!!

[@bobbytaylor4058]

A remainder of days gone, when times were more Simpler

[@CountryBoy109945]

This is fantastic, such a beautiful and detailed layout. I could stare at this all day. I've always loved trains and model trains since I was a kid. Probably because my grandfather is a train dealer. Every summer they would take me and my brothers to the real and model train museums in Lancaster, PA.

[@Need4Life]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JamesLewis-mp9zn]

I've been in the hobby for almost 60 years and this has got to be one one the best in the country. Well done!!!!!!!!!!

[@wanderingwildman7861]

Stunning! I can't recall ever seeing such detail. Just brilliant!

[@the10thleper]

The best, Blue Ribbon! I love the early 1900 setting. Even the clouds are wonderful. I will judge all other railroads by this. Thank you for incredible detail and dedication.

[@spencerbass7142]

Beautiful! The attention to detail is incredible.

[@PoBoyRacing80]

EXCELLENT layout and detail!!!!! I could watch this for hours and still find new things that I missed before!!! I can only imagine how many man hours were put into this fine display!!!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!

[@davidtvedt7597]

Wonderful! Who ever put this together is a creative genius, Bravo!

[@tadream4561]

I never get tired of watching this video. I see something different each time. The detail is incredible!

[@AMIAmigaman]

The most beautiful layout I've ever seen. Thank you for posting this. Hope to get to see it someday.

[@user-ry6xl7pn7i]

This can only be described as exceptional. Great work, they can be very proud of what they have accomplished here.

[@eaglealanuk]

This model is simply a pleasure to the eye, the detailing is astounding on scenery and rolling stock.

[@RavennaRailfan4070]

Man this is so real! I feel like I’m railfanning a logging railroad out west while watching this

[@Need4Life]

Thank you so much!!! :)

[@traingirlmilly8026]

Me Tooooooo!!!!!

[@jrewing5886]

Modeling of this nature is epic. The sights, sounds just adding to the desired outcome. True artistry at its most finest. I took away one very significant thing: Railroading in America is the best period. Great job🎥🚂🚂

[@bigniper]

Impressed. Absolutely Brilliant Modeling. Want one for Christmas.

[@mrosskamp47]

My father was a model railroader, HO scale. His model realism was very close to this layout. This video shows a very professional layout. Very impressive! I just want to shrink myself and jump right into the layout and play!. My dad would have loved it! Thanks guys!

[@trevorgwelch7412]

Absolutely A Railroaders Dream Layout , Makes You Want To Go Back In Time. An Era Sadly Gone By .

[@ronniewilkinson230]

Trevor Graham Welch is gggguk8

[@marcushume2240]

Extraordinary, l have never ever seen such fine detail in model railroading such as this. Just beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@juanmanuelrodriguez2022]

Muchas felicidades por su gran trabajo y mucha imaginación y su tiempo

[@Eugwel]

Now THIS is how it's done! Period. That rolling stock is phenomenal.

[@jorgesabater8640]

Excelente. Obra maestra!

[@ActNaturally]

Quality looks better than some old Western movies!! WOW super clear!! PERFECT!! Like the one with the logs!! Awesome video, thanks for sharing! Have a great day!! THUMBS UP 👍

[@timothysullivan4130]

The freakin dogs tail is wagging! RU KIDDIN ME?! NO WORDS, just the best layout EVER!!👏👏👏☝️☝️☝️

[@gregdeal4009]

Masters piece of a display. I'd love to see this in VR.

[@Rayoflight1975]

This is the dream layout. Love it

[@stevenspaziani9159]

Truly amazing layout, great scenery, great sound and animation. A layout to be truly proud of.

[@jrcrawford4]

That Shay is just beautiful.

[@jamesgrossman1797]

I agree , this is the finast detailed model railroad I've ever seen!

[@ianmclaughlin8987]

Thanks for posting this very cool and awesome footage. The endless fine detail is incredible and it was fun to watch. I would love to visit that center.

[@jaivkoltun4948]

10 Min. 13 Sec. of PURE MAGIC !!! . . . My heartfelt appreciation to all who built this absolute work of art. . . Sublime. . .

[@ecoRfan]

This layout is pure magic indeed.

[@radioactivelarry]

By far that is one of the most rustic detailed layouts ever. Absolutly fantastic!

[@nathant.vaughn838]

Model trains are always so satisfying to watch

[@glenbattye4699]

Absolutely incredible, awesome detail. Not overly cluttered and expertly done. One of the nicest sites I’ve seen.

[@azmike1]

One of the best I’ve seen. Beautiful.

[@Need4Life]

Thank you!!!

[@lowtech5530]

I can't imagine the thought that went into making this. The best I have ever seen.

[@stevemoody4205]

Most realistic looking one I've ever seen by far . Nice music too. Probably got many years of work in that one

[@ColorMeMozart]

Absolutely stunning layout, I could watch it all day! Well done!

[@dutchdude5400]

Those clouds with the lightning : awesome!

[@bardstables8909]

I did this for a living a while back. Build dioramas that is. I loved every minute of it. I must say this is excellent work. As someone who knows a thing or two about it I'd say a lot of time and money was invested into this. Something to be proud of and a job well done.

[@Hanguanjun68]

0:40 that's a really amazing locomotive

[@SukoYote]

Holy cow! That is so well detailed, Hollywood could just use footage from this, instead of building their own sets! Seriously, very well done!

[@ClassRoutinesRENEEsFunClips]

Hi friend. Fantastic large scale model. Love the scenery, layout, stationary + moving figures. Simply amazing + most enjoyable to watch. Like 24.

[@1AEROSOL.1PUFF]

Wow I've never saw trains that big before, so much to catch the eye, I love this setup.

[@davidaustin2172]

Absolutely fabulous back woods set up. I’ve never ever seen anything more impressive than this. Outstanding!

[@Debug43]

What a Beautiful work of art...congrats on the detail.

[@briancolombo7597]

That is just stunning detail. It's absolutely amazing.

[@shelleibach20]

All I can say is WOW....Best detailed and realistic setup I have ever seen......What a treat...

[@ofamilyonthemove1238]

This is absolutely incredible! I can not wait to see it next time we are in the area. I had no idea such an impressive display was so close. The kids and I have started talking about building a model railroad and this would be great inspiration!

[@ejayhughes833]

I would love to see this for real, incredible !!!

[@zackp.3940]

Enjoyed every second of it. Music was perfect too!

[@mikegross6107]

They sure succeeded in "providing the public a realistic look"! I really loved watching every miniature go by with their movements etc.

[@leebrooke1831]

This amazing detail wouldn’t be obvious if it weren’t for the fantastic video closeups. Big hats off to all.

[@ecoRfan]

Sundance Central is the G.O.A.T. of model railroading

[@Siryn]

This is amazing! The attention to detail is spectacular!

[@scottlowson3609]

I've watched a lot of the videos of model railroads and this is my favorite, fantastic layout

[@DennisMoore664]

Stunning work! I especially love when the artists add little touches of humor and life's poignant moments like at 3:24 with the kids climbing the tree to watch the artist painting the picture of the scantily-clad young woman. Very funny.

[@lopezmt5]

When I first saw the men shoveling coal, for a spilt second I thought it was real... Amazing!

[@MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS]

196 thumbs down quite obvious there jealous people in the world, im back again for about the 10th time still seeing and finding more, fantastic workmanship cheers KC Tasmania Australia

[@jefftate01]

Just amazing. I could have this running on my TV in an endless loop. Very relaxing.

[@htcu-rchobby5522]

Greetings to all the "Need4Life" team. Really amazing and very nice to see, as the title "The Best and Most Detailed Large - Scale Model Railroad layout in the World" says, I personally think the same and I totally agree. Millions of thanks for sharing this wonder with us and inspiring us when making our layouts to make an effort in all details. This Layout make us dream. Thanks thousands. Best Regards

[@Need4Life]

Thank you very much!

[@mercmarc]

Amazing. Its so lifelike it feels like stepping back in time.

[@jean-marclajudie985]

Un seul mot, BRAVO. Superbes locomotives et la réalité est vraiment bien rendue. Beau travail.

[@24TRAINMAN]

Beautiful layout, from the cars and engines to the detail to the scenery and moving people. This is a true masterpiece.

[@mrk1075]

It’s like a picture from the past that has come to life. 🙂

[@Mbase-apollo]

the ground looks fantastic. best i've ever seen. hell everything looks awesome,

[@robbleeker4777]

Standing ovation from me... They really outdone themselves in therms of details.. The 1st few seconds I thought... Nice looking train yard... only then I noticed the kids on the background that made me realize, WAIT, those are model trains?

[@asianom1]

Nothing like this anywhere else! as good as it gets

[@craigweeke7905]

That is beyond incredible! I can’t say that I have ever seen any model railroad that was more realistic! Great job, gentlemen 👍🏻👍🏻

[@williamschlenger1518]

Cant say enough.The Forrest, the rolling stock, bridges, wonderful