One Hundred and One Track Plans for Model Railroaders (Model Railroad Handbook, No. 3) [Paperback]

Linn Westcott (Author)

Book Description

Series: Model Railroader | Publication Date: August 28, 2008

This is a 72 page guide to 101 Model Railroading Track Plans from
Kalmbach Books.

Every one of the 101 track plans in this book is an adventure in model
railroad design. A complete miniature world with a theme, purpose, and
atmosphere. The plans range in size from tiny layouts that would fit on a card
table to a huge estate-size railroad designed for a specifically built
building. The author also explains how to convert the plans for use in the
various model railroad scales, how to build a layout from a plan, and how to
choose the plan best suited to your space and personality. Plans are included
for N, HO, S and O scale railroads.

FEATURES: Glossy softcover 72 page book.
Includes techniques helpful for the beginner as well as the advanced
rail modeler.
Includes incredibly detailed scale drawings for each layout.
Each plan is built around a railroad theme with an atmosphere of
real, or sometimes imaginary countryside that can be used on
any model railroad. The plans, arranged by size, are presented
in simple steps to help you:
-Choose the best plan
-Modify it if desired
-Build the railroad of your dreams!

INCLUDES: One 72 page 101 Model Railroading Track Plans Book

SPECS: Pages: 72
Width: 8-1/4" (209mm)
Height: 10-3/4" (289mm)

COMMENTS: This book is from the publishers of Model Railroader Magazine, and
many of these plans have never before appeared elsewhere.

Kalmbach

Part KAL12012

Product Details

• Paperback: 72 pages
• Publisher: Kalmbach Publishing Company; Reprint edition (August 28, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0890245126
• ISBN-13: 978-0890245125
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.2 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #35,854 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have For Any Model Railroader, March 22, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: One Hundred and One Track Plans for Model Railroaders (Model Railroad Handbook, No. 3) (Paperback)

I have had this book since it's first publishing over twenty years ago and it still inspires me everytime I look through it. Back then Mr. Westcott didn't inlcude 'N' scale, but the book provides so much information on how to re-calculate the dimensions not just for his layouts but for any designs you might wish to try. It also outlines parameters by which you can design your own layouts.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Venerable Idea Book, August 12, 2006

By 

John A Lee III "jal3" (San Antonio, TX) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: One Hundred and One Track Plans for Model Railroaders (Model Railroad Handbook, No. 3) (Paperback)

I think I have bought this book 3 or 4 times in my life. It has been around for a very long time. I have never built any of the layouts presented within but it has served as a great idea book from time to time. That's really what it is for.

This book first made its appearance before the advent of N scale but the tables have been updated. Each plan gives scaling dimensions for N, TT, HO, S and O. Try finding anything else with TT information!

The sizes present range from simple bookshelf layouts and small plywood tables to large building club layouts. A good idea can be had from anywhere. The book is still around because it remains and will probably always remain a source of inspiration or daydreams.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Track Plans!, March 18, 2003

By 

Bill "billsrrempire" (Southern Maryland, U.S.A.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: One Hundred and One Track Plans for Model Railroaders (Model Railroad Handbook, No. 3) (Paperback)

Linn Westcott was a master when it comes to model railroading and his track plans emphasized that fact. This book in it's first edition provided me with numerous ideas for my railroads in various scales over the years. Highly recommended.