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Post by bigschnitt on Jul 4, 2006 16:32:12 GMT -5
Hi All:
Can some one tell me the Minimum amount of space needed for a passing siding (main line) where two trains can pass each other safely? Does this distance change for yard or sidings or stations??
This is for 7.5" gauge.
Thx.
Curtis Hustace
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Post by locodan5416 on Jul 5, 2006 1:20:59 GMT -5
Depends on your train length. Lets go over some basics of model railroading. One block is the average train length plus 15 percent. However, a block shouldn't ever be shorter then one unit of braking distance. A passing siding should account for this, but in some places a train is too long, then they have to cut the train up in two sidings.
I recommend the magazine, How to Build Realistic Railroads from Model Railroader. You'll learn lots, even a CTC or ABS set up too.
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Post by bigschnitt on Jul 5, 2006 13:14:22 GMT -5
Depends on your train length. Lets go over some basics of model railroading. One block is the average train length plus 15 percent. However, a block shouldn't ever be shorter then one unit of braking distance. A passing siding should account for this, but in some places a train is too long, then they have to cut the train up in two sidings. I recommend the magazine, How to Build Realistic Railroads from Model Railroader. You'll learn lots, even a CTC or ABS set up too. Thx for the info, but I think I worded my question wrong, I am not concerned so much about the length of the train, I am concerned with how far apart the centers of the tracks should be. I don't want to hit anyones knees when passing another train. Thx. Curtis |
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Post by locodan5416 on Jul 7, 2006 21:07:06 GMT -5
Well the prototype is 13'-6" I believe.
My guess is 3.5 feet, but I don't remember
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Post by bigschnitt on Jul 16, 2006 15:10:19 GMT -5
Well the prototype is 13'-6" I believe. My guess is 3.5 feet, but I don't remember Thx. I was figuring 4'. Curtis |
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