Aha! But winter is the time to do stuff on the layout out of the lousy weather ;)
My latest acquisition, this will replace the BNSF one I have. Start up and shut down sequences of my Atlas Santa Fe B40-8W
https://youtu.be/aQd-oS1ePBU
Interesting thread. I have to admit to mostly using my phone to photograph my layout. I do have a DSLR (Canon) and a compact camera with more megapixels than the SLR (also Canon). I sometimes back away from the subject and use zoom which seems to give a better depth of field. I also agree about...
The changes have allowed much more variety in running. Trains can arrive/depart in both directions, representing different destinations. The original 'new' yard is now an interchange yard with the Montana Central and Burlington Northern. Can also clear the main to let a through train pass. Way...
The grade crossing, still under construction, has crossing flasher lights installed. On the far side will be a dummy set as they can not be viewed so no need to light them!
Looking from the grade crossing onto the layout. The "main line" track throughout is ballasted with "new" ballast, to...
The left hand track is the yard lead, next is the track which will become the cement loader when I get the facility built
The new through yard
Other end of the through yard
A new searchlight signal is being installed to protect the grade crossing. A bi-colour LED is used to switch from red...