Opinions requested re: Fastrack layout

If you can post a picture you might get some action. If you're using a software program (SCARM type) you should be able to print and post. I don't know exactly how, but someone will pop in with instructions.

We're big on the visual here.

Hi DAVIDR,

I would suggest that you run your finger over the track plan and simulate how it can run. That will get it the way you want it. Real trains did both. The furthest town perhaps has something that needs delivery in the closest town. Take empties to the furthest, drop fulls at the closest and yard the empties.

Imagine it however it suits you.

Just remember the long leg of the wye needs to be able to handle the length of your longest train. 6' would be good for the shelf. That's a full train that's short.

Having the service spurs in opposite directions will fit better and add play value by causing a train to change direction at the wye to service it.

Did you build a three switch wye or two switches and wye switch? A 3 switch solution is attached.