Construction and Track
Given the limited space, I had to use a single-track mainline,
rather than two tracks as used historically by the railroads in
this area.
The 10’x12’ layout is designed mainly for point-to-point opera-
tions, but I made provisions as well for continuous running,
which can be achieved by throwing a single turnout.
I used conventional open-grid and L-girder benchwork, with ½”
plywood and Homasote cut to size (very dusty), and cork road-
bed on top. This combination provides a very quiet surface for
the continuous running of trains. The layout is supported on
2”x2” pine girders, and the rail is Micro Engineering code 83 on
the mainline, and Micro Engineering code 70 in the yards.
5. With the temperature climbing around midday, a
NYC Hudson 4-6-4 Hudson heads for a much-needed
maintenance run toward the New York Central yard at
South Junction.
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Tupper Lake & South Junc - 4
MRH-Jul 2014
