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After scouring layout books, Lionel catalogs, and even this forum, this is the track plan I'm going with. However even though I found two nice images for this layout (the second one I attached below), I for the life of me can't seem to find a blueprint showing the dimensions of the curves and straights. Perhaps it doesn't matter, but let's suppose I estimate that I'll need a 10" straight track for a specific section, but I actually need a 9". It'll mess up the flow of the track. As for the curves, I can see what position the tracks would turn, but the images don't specify the degree of the curves, like is it a O-72, an O-48? I could just buy every single option available and test them out, however that would mean that the tracks I don't need would have to be stored and end up gathering dust, and that wouldn't be very efficient.

Essentially what I'm looking for is a blueprint which details the dimensions for each track I would need, or at least a list of all the necessary track types.

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  • IMG_6223: A different perspective of the track plan
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Having one of your photos tell you that it is a Super "O" layout should help you resolve your problem quite easily.  Simply search the web for data about this track (e.g. curve diameters, switches and straight track lengths) and start from there.  If I recall correctly, Super O only had 36" diameter curves and one size of switch (either manual or electrically operated), but don't rely on my memory.

Of course, Super O is no longer made so you will have to search hard if that is what you choose to use.  However, knowing some of the basic dimensions, you can use programs like SCARM or Anyrail to reconstruct the same layout using different types of track and switches.  Obviously, some "fitting" will be required.

Chuck

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