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General Category => N Gauge Discussion => Topic started by: ismangil on April 03, 2026, 06:26:28 PM

Title: New member - looking for feedback on track plan
Post by: ismangil on April 03, 2026, 06:26:28 PM
Hi all,

I'm new here, still in the planning stage.

So far I've decided scale (N, of course), type of layout (shunting puzzle), track (Kato Unitrack), and DCC (but I will ask about details of DCC in a separate post).

Right now I'm looking for feedback on my track plan. I want to use T-Trak modules. While of course the triple module is perfect for an Inglenook, if I can use a double module it will be better space wise.

I am aware I'll be restricting myself using a small loco like NGS Hunslet Shunter and short wagons.

Feedback welcome - don't worry if it's harsh feedback, I know I'm not starting with a starter set so perhaps I deserve it! :D


PDF of plan done in SCARM attached.


(https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/gallery/159/11510-030426182047.jpeg) (https://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view&id=159078)
Title: Re: New member - looking for feedback on track plan
Post by: Greygreaser on April 03, 2026, 07:42:11 PM
You might add a short single siding off the curve to act as a head shunt or guardsvan siding to enable more options in shunting?
Title: Re: New member - looking for feedback on track plan
Post by: njee20 on April 03, 2026, 08:15:47 PM
It's a classic inglenook shunting puzzle, so the layout is fine.

I wouldn't use the Unitram points, they're very sharp and (IMO) will look daft. Kato's #4 points aren't great, but perhaps try it with #6s.