| When you plan a small model train layout, it's | | | | have space for it, then you'll probably have to |
| important that you know the limitations that small | | | | scale your model train layout down. |
| spaces might impose on you and your train set, | | | | If don't want to compromise, then don't start a |
| while the opposite can be said if you have limitless | | | | small model train layout. |
| space. | | | | There are a number of differences that you will |
| Although the space you have available for your | | | | need to accept or adapt yourself to when |
| RR layout might limit your choice of scales, the | | | | choosing a small layout: the curves may be too |
| major limitation is usually in the choice of themes | | | | sharp, the angles of the switches may be too |
| you can model. In most cases main line model | | | | steep, and the sidings too short. With a small |
| train themes wouldn't fit. With limitless space the | | | | layout everything is compressed to the max. |
| choice is completely open. | | | | But when you think about it, although a small |
| Whereas, given that you only have a limited | | | | layout may not be your first choice, it is better |
| space available for your layout; industrial, branch | | | | than no train set at all! |
| line and tramway themes are possibly the best | | | | After all, what can't you do with a small layout |
| model train layout options to consider. These are | | | | that can be done with a large model train set, |
| by no means less enjoyable or challenging, simply | | | | very little in fact, it is simply a question of applying |
| a more practical solution. | | | | a few alternative techniques combined with |
| If you must have a mainline theme, but don't | | | | imaginative thinking as well as the right guidance. |