A quick, super easy and free method to plan a layout with realistic constraints using layout design software called Anyrail. Here’s a few things I have learned since starting to plan my new layout 6 months ago. Using the free download from Anyrail, it’s easy to visualize and realistically plan a layout to scale. Here…

 

Model train operations session on my HO scale model train layout which is based on Colorado’s Joint Line. Multiple trains from Burlington Northern & Santa Fe and Union Pacific can be seen operating over the my Joint Line layout. Some engines are still painted in their predecessor Santa Fe, Burlington Northern, Southern Pacific, and Denver…