Why Build A Modular Model Railroad?

May 26, 2015

Constructing your model railroad layout in modules (sections) will have several advantages over a layout that is built in one large piece. The benefits might not become obvious until you come to move house…which many people do every 7 to 10 years.

A modular railroad has other benefits over a fixed layout. Being modular it will be easier to dismantle for shipping and relocation to train shows, shopping malls or hobby conventions. Exhibiting the layout in public is probably the only way for people, out side your close circle of family and friends, to see your model trains running. Most of the fixed layouts are only ever seen by a few specially invited guests, who are lucky enough to visit your home.

The other thing to remember is this; even though the baseboard might be constructed in modules, the scenery (mountains, buildings, bridges etc.) will also need to designing for easy dismantling. That is if you really do want a modular layout that is easy to dismantle.

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