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I am in my mid-sixties and have just recently become interested in model railroading. I was big into slot cars as a kid, and was looking to get back into that when I found was drawn more to model railroading. I have been spending hours researching my new interest.
Right now I am attracted toward building a layout, scenery and buildings. Prototyping is desired, but free scaling is acceptable if necessary. All my reading indicates that switching/operations will be more rewarding than watching my trains go around in a loop.
My question is, as a solo model railroader with room for a N gauge door size layout, will I be able to set up a layout with interesting and challenging passenger operations? I grew up on the east coast and find passenger and commuter trains much more interesting and attractive than freight trains. Is a small track plan passenger layout feasible?
Any suggested references for passenger switching or operations would be greatly appreciated.
Right now I am attracted toward building a layout, scenery and buildings. Prototyping is desired, but free scaling is acceptable if necessary. All my reading indicates that switching/operations will be more rewarding than watching my trains go around in a loop.
My question is, as a solo model railroader with room for a N gauge door size layout, will I be able to set up a layout with interesting and challenging passenger operations? I grew up on the east coast and find passenger and commuter trains much more interesting and attractive than freight trains. Is a small track plan passenger layout feasible?
Any suggested references for passenger switching or operations would be greatly appreciated.