The Benefits and Downsides of Constructing A Modular Railroad Layout

Some model train hobbyists choose to assemble a modular railroad rather than making a big permanent layout. The big advantage is that a modular railroad layout can be disassembled and relocated if you choose to move property. A design planned in modules can save you from making a new layout all over again. This is especially helpful if you rent a dwelling, or move locations a lot. Most people move house every few years.

When you build in train modules you effective have a mobile railroad that can be dismantled and easily reassembled in a new location.

A modular railroad has additional advantages over a fixed layout. A mobile railroad in modules can be easily dismantled for exhibition at train shows, shopping centers and conventions. A modular format can more easily exhibited to the general public. Lots of ordinary people would otherwise never sight model trains on display. For the most part inflexible layouts are mostly only seen by a few invited visitors, who drop in on your place. Some folk may get to watch model trains at a regional model train club open day, or exhibit.

Building a modular railroad is sometimes less expensive than traditional layouts. They usually have fewer mountains and structures, as those can be weighty and complicate the removal and transfer process. If intelligently designed train modules can be erected exceptionally hastily geared up to operate in a new place. So you have yourself a mobile railroad.

There is no call for for a modular railroad format to be boring. With precise planning you can benefit from the accessible room to supply the utmost operational appeal. They commonly have less space too.

 

But there are a couple of downsides in building a mobile railroad in modules. There is a maximum to what bulk can be easily relocated, even if the layout is constructed of movable modules. To avoid disappointment, together bulk and portability have to be considered before expanding your train modules. A modular railroad layout can potentially constrain the type of layout that could be readily modeled. Point to point switch layouts are often more appropriate to a module design, but not everyone desires this style of operation. A special bonus report is included with the e-books (pictured right) called "Confessions of a Mobile Railroad Builder" It is well worth getting.

Remember, everything that gets moved around might be liable to damage, so scenic features and buildings should be built to withstand relocation.

The other point you need to consider is, how you want to move it? The load and size of every train module will need to be easily lifted and handled by two people. If you expect to deliver it by yourself, you have to take this into account when factoring the bulk and mass of every module.

Construction a mobile modular railroad is certainly a good option for many in the hobby.