N gauge layouts kato, peco, or atlas n scale track. Choose from our gallery, of allow us the pleasure of custom designing a track layout plan that works for your space. Success starts here open this book and enter the world of atlas the thoughtful model railroaders choice for quality, value and performance. This product was added to our catalog on march 20, 2018. The atlas track has nickel silver rails and black ties. The atlas introduction to n scale model railroading 0006 contains layouts n1 through n9 with clear instructions for beginners. Atlas model railroad co 150 for over 60 years, atlas has been a leader in the world of model railroading. Atlas ho scale layouts for every space book model railroad. If youre looking for layout track plans and beginners advice check out these atlas howto books. Atlas atlas ho layouts for every space 15011 walthers. This atlas snaptrack layout appears in the atlas model railroad companys book beginners guide to ho model railroading. Model railroader is the worlds largest magazine on model trains and model railroad layouts.
Introduction motivation no room for a layout want more than just a diorama possibly a start to a future larger layout want something that can be finished in a reasonable amount of time and money a small layout can be detailed more easily desire operating realism even for a small footprint experimenting with. Whether you model o, ho, n or z, atlas has you covered. This book is useful to the beginner as well as the experienced hobbyist. It includes a reversing section which can be controlled with a digitrax ar1.
Perhaps a case of different country, different preferences. Eleven ho layout options, including simple ovals, out and back, plans for limited space, shelf layouts, multiple crossovers, expansion, and details that bring many possibilities to the fore, as well as other ideas that the modeler. Atlas introduction to n scale model railroading 9 easy to build n scale layout plans, tips and wiring. An atlas, level 2 intermediateadvanced, instructional book specifically for the atlas n scale. Atlas nine n scale railroads 9 easy to build n scale layout plans, tips and wiring. The atlas ho kingsize layout book contains six layout plans which are large and relatively complex. Atlas has a proud reputation as a familyowned business and is wellknown for quality and excellence in its track, locomotives. Great book for the o scale model railroad hobbyist. The appropriate atlas layout book is also included to provide you with a blueprint and instructions for building your layout as well as other great track plans. Custom line atlas layouts ho scale train railroads 1971 book. Heres their version from the nine n scale layouts book. Gargraves was the first mass produced, realisticlooking 3 rail track when it was introduced in 1940. We feature beginner and advanced help on all model railroading. Atlas also has a range of n scale track suitable for beginners and advanced model railroaders.
I immediately discovered that book layouts dont necessarily work out exactly in a cad layout. John allens famous timesaver switchingpuzzle layout, using atlas code80 n scale sectional track. Search it for railway layouts and railroad track plans by scale, size, tracks and other criteria. Unfollow atlas ho train layouts to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
I am using atlas code 83 and i have started to construct the benchwork in my basement. Ho scale code 100 layout packages, ho scale track atlas. This is atlas model railroad ho blueprints for 10 true layouts book. Be advised since atlas is having supplier issues with their track when ordering a track pack layout individual track prices will be used and prices adjusted accordingly. Free award winning ho and n scale layouts for small to midsize spaces from model railroader magazine. The atlas weblisted trackplans are all moreorless from a much earlier time in the hobbys history, a period when simply gaining the maximum running time and having a minimum of scenery and purpose was the norm. N scale code 80 track is particularly popular and has been so for more than 30 years. Nine n scale railroads model railroad layout plans. Lionel has three types of o gauge track fastrack, o, and o27 fastrack fastrack, introduced earlier this decade, has become lionels primary track line and is now standard in all lionel train sets. Atlas also offers free downloadable layout design software on their website, and we used it to produce some of the layouts seen below. The quickest and easiest way to begin is with an atlas train set, which includes everything you need to get.
Layout plans n scale n scale train layout plans n scale track layout plans n scale track plans n scale layouts small n scale layouts n scale model railroad layouts. My grandson has a small area for his train layout and we were looking for ideas to help plan a most sufficient area. Denver and rio grande trains are ho scale but are narrow gaugethis is a different twist on ho railroading. Track, switches, electrical components and wire needed to build the layout power pack not included note. Atlas the complete atlas wiring book wiring made easy. Atlas n scale layouts these layouts include all the atlas code 80 track, switch controls, connectors, track block controllers, and selectors needed to create the selected atlas layout. The layouts in this book are designed to be constructed with quality atlas track and electrical components ho scale. The interesting aspect of an o gauge train rail is that the middle rail is the positive one so in other words its the hot rail while the other two outer ones are grounded. Ho scale layouts 112 includes beginner layouts that can all be built on a flat plywood base. Finally, i decided that atlas n16 atlantic longhaul layout would basically work. Personally i am not going to use any of the plans shown in the guide as illustrated. Select from one of our prepackaged ho scale atlas layouts which are split into five categories, based upon the atlas book includes them.
It should be noted that atlas locomotives and rolling stock are greatly appreciated for their superior operating and running characteristics. Atlas o scale 3rail layout book 2nd edition for sale. Atlas ho layouts for every space maquete, ferromodelismo, trens. This book contains 36 layouts that you can build using atlas o. Atlas o scale 3rail layout book 2nd edition for sale online. Atlas railroad blueprints for 10 true layouts book atl15. N scale door layout plans model railroader magazine model.
It is the first complete new track system lionel has introduced since 1957, and has rapidly gained popularity due to its ease of assembly, good looks, and large variety of available pieces. One book, beginners guide to ho model railroading level 1 comments. Today, most hobbyists layouts attempt to depict a more realistic situation and a purpose to running their trains. Nine n scale railroads model railroad layout plans, atlas. Atlas model railroad train track build awesome layouts in.
N scale model trains scale models ho train layouts ho scale train layout train miniature escala ho model railway track plans space books ho trains. Each of the layouts in this book is designed to make maximum use of the unique qualities of the atlas o 21st century track system and accessories and includes a complete list of all the products and tools you will need. The original is from nine n scale railroads, by atlas tool co plan name. The layout is a blend of switching, a fiddle yard and a continuous loop. Contains atlas layout plans n10 through n17 stepbystep instructions for benchwork, track laying, wiring and scenery for nine exciting railroad layouts. Level 2, book 7 paperback 1994 by atlas model railroads author 4. Ho layouts for every space by atlas model railroad. It is ideal for running trains from a simple timetable although they look fascinating i am not keen on the large tail chaser layouts.
No matter your scale preference or available space, we have the. Atlas makes it easy for modelers of all skill levels when it comes to designing a layout. Set up the grid paper scale based on your own preference, i always find it better to use big sheets of paper that can be found at elementary schools. Designed for two locomotive operation dont need a runaround track.
Success starts here open this book and enter the world of atlasthe thoughtful model railroaders choice for quality, value and performance. With detailed diagrams, stepbystep instructions and a myriad of layout options, atlas books are the perfect guide through every phase of layout building. May 27, 2016 whether you model o, ho, n or z, atlas has you covered. This easy to use book provides the blue prints for ten fast to setup, interesting and fun level 1 ho scale layouts. Top 7 o scale model train layouts model train books. Aer provides atlas ho scale track plans enjoy our portfolio of atlas ho scale track plans. Atlas layout books give comprehensive instructions from beginning to end on how to build your next layout, whether it is your first or your fiftieth. Ho scale layouts for every space book ho layouts for every space is the fully updated and revised edition of atlas most popular railroad instruction book. Atlas model railroad train track build awesome layouts.
Atlas model train products include ho, n scale train sets, layout, track pieces, supplies, tools, dcc and sound, and more. Take a look at how to build these layouts from start to finish. Nov 06, 2010 model railroader is the worlds largest magazine on model trains and model railroad layouts. Layout dimensions are included in each layout s description. Classified as hon3 gauge, these trains are modeled on narrow gauge train lines the rails are closer together. Atlas model railroad company 378 florence avenue hillside, nj 07205 atlas web.
In case you werent certain, the track code represents the height of the rail in thousandths of an. I took the atlas plan and started laying it out in xtrackcad. Atlas has its roots in model railroad track and accessory making through invention, innovation and ingenuity. Top 7 o scale model train layouts majority of o gauge model train layouts contain three rails, evenly spaced apart. Atlas layout instruction books factory direct trains. N scale door layout plans model railroader magazine. Watch a quick glimpse of our entire track line, and some informative resource books to get your started on the layout of your dreams. However i am taking parts of a few of the layouts and piecing them together to better suit my taste. Each of the layouts in the atlas layout books is available for purchase on the atlas online store. Includes complete building instructions, including detailed diagrams for a few cookiecutter layout plans. Walthers model railroading atlas model railroad co 150. Start off building an ho train layout by crafting the design on a grid paper.