Red Valley Express (RVEX)

Layout Description

I model a freelance railroad that interlines with the Nickel Plate Road. The layout is mostly one level with 3 main yards and can handle up to 4 operators at a time. I use Wheel Reports as an operation mode for operators . The layout is set in the transition period of the 1950/60’s and is based in Ohio. The main yards are Conneaut, Fostoria, RVEX and operators work from these yards. The operation jobs are Fostoria yard master, Fostoria hostler job, Conneaut Yard master and operator, RVEX Yard master and Operator.
The upper track services the town of Ashtabula and is a local turn run requiring the use of the wye to turn the train and engine for return.
My layout is a good one for beginners but any level are welcome.

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Layout Details

Layout Owner

Dave Taverner

Location

Denton, TX

Scale

HO

Layout Size

18 ft x 14 ft

Era

1950/60

Crew Complement

3 - 4

Completion

Track: 100%
Scenery: 100%
Electrical: 100%

Control System

Digitrax

Wi-Fi Throttles

Yes

Dispatching Method

Verbal/Mother-May-I

Car Forwarding

Wheel Reports

Health and Safety

Pets

Yes - dog