'N' Gauge Twin Level Model Railway

The picture of this particular design on our 'N' gauge train set page has generated a lot of interest.   For this reason we have added this page to give further details and costings.

The track plan comprises a twin track mainline on the lower level with a branchline connection to a small country station on a higher level.   The two levels are connected by a single track branch, inclined to suit.

 The geometry is based on that of PECO code 80 setrack, utilising PECO setrack insulfrog points, with PECO streamline flexible track.  The one piece baseboard measures 1830mm x 710mm (6' x 2' 4") and is constructed from 9mm MDF stiffened by a timber frame.


Please note we have refined this design by adding passing loops on the lower level, modifying the track layout and  slewing the mainline station slightly to improve clearances.
  The design of both the mainline and branchline stations can be modified to suit your individual requirements.

The basic cost of this layout is:

£565.00 This includes the twin level baseboard and all track shown on the plan above
The following options are also available ........
Electric points: £575.00 (see note 1 below)
Foam Underlay: £75.00 (see note 2 below)
Set of Seperate Cross Braced Trestles £75.00 Any height available

Note 1, Remote Controlled Electric Points:
All points are fitted with PECO point motors, mounted below the baseboard. Operation is via a bank of PECO passing contact switches fitted into a surface mounted PECO switch console. The electrical circuit is fitted with a Capacitor Discharge Unit (CDU) to improve reliability and prevent accidental overloads. A suitable 16V AC supply will be required to operate this system.
Note 2, Ballast Inlay:
PECO Moulded Foam Ballast Inlay in realistic brown colour. Not only does this add extra realism to the layout but it also gives quieter, smoother running.

Suitable controllers will be required to operate this set.  We would recommend a Gaugemaster Model D Twin Track Controller (£69.95) for the mainlines and a Bachmann 1/2 amp Controller and Power Pack (£25.00) for the Branchline.  Alternatively a Gaugemaster Model TS (£124.95), thee track controller with simulator on one track could be used.
Gaugemaster Model D Twin Track Controller (Click for Technical Details) and  Bachmann Single Track Controller with Power Pack (not shown) or     Gaugemaster Model TS Three Track Controller with Simulator on one track. (Click for Technical Details)
Gaugemaster Model D and Bachmann Controller (£94.95)  Gaugemaster Model TS (£124.95)
Note 1, Remote Controlled Electric Points:
All points are fitted with PECO point motors, mounted below the baseboard. Operation is via a bank of PECO passing contact switches fitted into a surface mounted PECO switch console. The electrical circuit is fitted with a Capacitor Discharge Unit (CDU) to improve reliability and prevent accidental overloads. A suitable 16V AC supply will be required to operate this system.
Note 2, Ballast Inlay:
PECO Moulded Foam Ballast Inlay in realistic brown colour. Not only does this add extra realism to the layout but it also gives quieter, smoother running.
DCC.  The layout can be supplied ready wired for DCC operation, i.e. All tracks live all of the time, at an additional cost of £65.00.  We can also supply and fit a DCC control system of your choice.
The images below show a recently completed layout.  This one is fitted with PECO foam underlay, PECO point motors and a separate cross braced trestle frame.  Move your cursor over the right hand image to see the underside of the baseboard. 

General view from front of layout

General view from rear of layout

PECO console and point motor switches, the power input sockets for controllers are located below.
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