Lionel Fastrack 060 Figure 8 Layout using 6-12019 90 crossover

Not sure what the image is, doesn't look like O-60, but here's something for you to consider.

Dave;

Thanks so much !  Really helpful

Best regards,

Doug

Dave;

Thanks again for the layout.  unfortunately I can't run SCARM software because I have a Mac so I run RailModelerPro but I was able to use the picture and identify the pieces that way. Unfortunately RailModeler Pro has a flaw with the 060 switches and so any layout I build that involves switches is always off.  Really frustrating.  So sending me the picture is really a great help.  I will take down the old layout tomorrow and replace with this which is much better.

Thanks again

Doug

I don’t work with FasTrack, but I just remembered O-60 switches come with a 1 3/8” makeup piece that SCARM doesn’t force me to add, so that needs to be fixed before this will fit. Regular tracks be connected, but that roadbed needs to be cut.

Doug, here's a new version with the 1 3/8" half roadbed pieces added. Note there are some disconnects in the software that I think will connect. Let me know if you can't figure out the pieces.

Here's a track plan I threw together in RailModeller. I think all the connections are within tolerance and I've found Fastrack to be somewhat flexible as well. Pretty basic with crossovers between loops and one long passing siding. Definitely room to add sidings, etc or reconfigure.

8'x18' is a pretty big space and you definitely have room for a more interesting track plan with space for grades to/from multiple levels, multiple loops, etc. Especially if you're willing to use a tighter radius curve on a couple lines.

Mike;

Thanks so much. Really appreciate the layout !

Best regards,

Doug Palmeri