The layout is a proto-freelance model of the Santa Fe in the transition era (the 1930’s to 1950’s). It is a multi-level layout with staging, and trackwork uses peco code 80 track with a minimum radius of 18″ and a maximum grade of less than 2% (on the helixes).

John has an extensive series of YouTube videos at https://www.youtube.com/@tanzj.

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Track Plan

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