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yes a block system is possible. the question is do you want it manually operated or automatically operated?

 

From your dogbone design, I see at least 3 blocks....

  1.  each end loop is a block
  2. the straight section is the third block[ could be more depending on how long your trains are. For 40' of straight, that can easliy be two blocks!
Originally Posted by Spence:

I want the blocks automatic. I With the trains running both ways would a block work on the straight away? If both engines have to fit in the loop I would be unable to run a long trains!!

You need another siding if you want to run 2 trains .If only one can fit in each loop how can they pass or even follow each other. I must be missing something.

Originally Posted by Gregg:
Originally Posted by Spence:

I want the blocks automatic. I With the trains running both ways would a block work on the straight away? If both engines have to fit in the loop I would be unable to run a long trains!!

You need another siding if you want to run 2 trains .If only one can fit in each loop how can they pass or even follow each other. I must be missing something.

You have found the fatal flaw!!! There is only one block, because that design can only handle one train. A passing siding makes for a very fun layout with great automation potential.

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