Calderbridge
A modular N gauge layout available for exhibition in 2024
The layout
The layout has been built to an agreed modular standard and will be able to form part of a large impressive layout or be exhibited as a single layout. The layout will be built so as to be able to use my existing viaduct, so dimensions will remain as detailed opposite.
Calderbridge is built as DCC layout based somewhere in Yorkshire.
The idea behind the N gauge layout is to be able to handle a number of short freight trip workings to the various freight sidings. Rare earth magnets are being fixed below the tracks to allow hands free uncoupling using the Dapol Easy shunt couplings. The track plan is inspired by one in an old ‘Railway Modeller’.
The layout measures 2700mm x 400mm with another 800mm in total for the corners which swing round to a rear 10 road fiddle yard. This gives a total viewable length of 3500mm. The depth required is 1400mm.
A further baseboard can be added containing a viaduct (see picture below) to extend the layout by an additional 900mm to 4400mm
The layout is self supporting.
Operation is from the centre space between the layout and fiddle yard.
One 240v ac socket is required. The layout will fit into one large car.
