A folding HO layout

[homersimpsonlikestrains]

I have built a folding table for an HO scale layout. I haven't laid the tracks yet (they are arriving soon). When folded, the layout can be used as a switching layout. When fully opened, trains can run the loops.

The folding table totals 8ft at length. There is a 4ft long small yard on the left side.

The whole point for having this folding option is to save space when not in use.

 

[Sirfoldalot]

Following your build with anticipation - looks good!

 

[flyboy2610]

That's a good way to make use of your space!

 

[homersimpsonlikestrains]

Some of the tracks I ordered arrived.

I am going with a single loop instead of two due to costs.

 

[Smudge617]

Some of the tracks I ordered arrived.

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I am going with a single loop instead of two due to costs.

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Can I suggest that you add another turnout where your stub end enters the one shown, this would allow you to have two stub end tracks, and maybe a small industry as well. Also, when finances permit, it would allow you to turn the stub ends into a smaller inner loop with a minimum of work.

 

[flyboy2610]

Your cat approves.