scahalane Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 (edited) Well I finally sorted out my attic space and got a start on my new layout. Its taken a bit longer than I thought, a new fold out stairs put in, the water tank moved to the back of the attic, proper insulation put in and foil reflectors, floored the space and have fixed the layout base boards between the trusses, so now we're ready to rock and roll. After playing around with the free version of anyrail, I decided to buy the software. Its a great little package for designing layouts and its easy to get up to speed with it fairly quickly. My layout is based loosely on Cork station taken up an era somewhere between '75 to '95 which should give me plenty of leeway to run plenty of stock. As space was a major issue I have designed the layout as a loop incorporating all the major parts of the station, goods yard and approach's. I've bought half the track I need (Peco code 75) to allow me to start building the goods yard side of the loop. Its going to be DCC which poses a huge learning curb for me as its my first layout build since I was but a wee lad so expect plenty of questions for the experts out there particularly on track laying. Edited February 14, 2019 by scahalane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warbonnet Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Impressive! Can't wait to see this one unfold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishtrains2730 Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 that looks like it's gonna be a fantastic layout.wish i hadn't sold nearly all my stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riversuir226 Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Thats a cracker of a plan really looking forward to seeing this layout progress, if the loco shed and other structures are anything to go by it ll be one hell of a layout Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Brilliant plan!! Can't wait to see it develop! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josefstadt Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 That's going to be one heck of a layout! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying Scotsman 4472 Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 (edited) Looking forward to seeing your progress. Edited August 4, 2013 by BosKonay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunslet 102 Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 When I saw your engine shed and Glanmire Rd bridge builds,I thought you would need some size of layout to accommodate them,well you have certainly not disappointed.Great layout plan to incorporate your superb builds and this looks like the start of a brilliant layout,look forward to your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BosKonay Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Roll on the autumn (boo hiss)! This warm weather is anti-conducive to working in the attic - going to be amazing to see those structures bed down into their landscapes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mayner Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 Holy moly! that's ambitious. Look forward to seeing the backdrop on the Lower Glanmire Road & around the tunnel mouth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scahalane Posted August 3, 2013 Author Share Posted August 3, 2013 Roll on the autumn (boo hiss)! This warm weather is anti-conducive to working in the attic I hear ya on that one, although the foil has made a massive difference to the temperature flux. Thanks for all the kind comments, hopefully I won't disappoint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 3, 2013 Share Posted August 3, 2013 That's a great plan, well thought out. Anyrail is great software, I have used it to design a number of layouts for customers. looking forward to seeing this develop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enniscorthyman Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 That is a insperation of of layout.looks cosy for the winter but what about heat?have you installed anything to cope with the intense heat that can arise in Summer.I had to move my entire stock to the landing during the recent heat wave as I feared damage to locos etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sulzer201 Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 Excellent layout in the making. Eamonn I was thinking the same with my small layout. I have not even been in the attic for most of the summer due to the heat. Looking forward to the cooler days ahead, I don't mind the chill up there in winter but was worried for the locos etc with the build up of heat during the recent heat-wave. No option of stabling anywhere else or some little terrors might have got there hands on them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scahalane Posted August 4, 2013 Author Share Posted August 4, 2013 That is a insperation of of layout.looks cosy for the winterbut what about heat?have you installed anything to cope with the intense heat that can arise in Summer.I had to move my entire stock to the landing during the recent heat wave as I feared damage to locos etc. Unfortunately the only space available to me is the attic so I'll just have to live with it, but to be honest it didn't seem that bad even during the resent heat wave. Perhaps a well stocked fridge with beer would help!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enniscorthyman Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 The Attic is the only option for me at the moment as well.Fridge with beer sounds good though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnthebox Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 Looking a seriously ambitious layout there schalane, I’ll be watching your developments with interest, as I’m only just in the planning stage myself, well done with the progress so far, tell me more about the planning software, “anyrail” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRENNEIRE Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 Check this out Paul http://www.anyrail.com/index_en.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
201bhoy Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 Stunning stunning stunning!!!!!!! Can't wait to see this develop! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grange Castle Posted August 4, 2013 Share Posted August 4, 2013 That space is almost identical to the space where I plan to put my layout. I've moved my water tank and installed a stira stairs so far, insulation, foil, velux winodws and wiring left. I was worried that it my not be possible to use the space in between the rafters but seeing this has reassured me. Cant wait to see how this develops. It looks great so far and that plan looks like a genius use of space. Best of luck with the project ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRich Posted August 5, 2013 Share Posted August 5, 2013 Having a lot of the buildings and railway related structures ready to be dropped into position is a great incentive to getting the permanent way down. I still love the cement loading facility. Great work so far, all plaudits are truly deserved. Rich, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishModelRail Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Wow, now that is going to be a layout! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shinkansen Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Only saw this now, how did I miss this? Indeed, it's gonna be some layout. Love the work on the Silo and buildings so far. The curved station building is gonna be epic. Quality, nothing more to be said. The layout planning software makes a very slik looking plan too by the way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heirflick Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 that will be a fantastic layout when completed - if it dosnt drive you mad first! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scahalane Posted November 27, 2013 Author Share Posted November 27, 2013 (edited) Sorry I haven't updated this in a while. Here's a few snaps of how she's coming together. I've had to go into an apprenticeship in wiring over the last couple of weeks to get my head around wiring this baby, but I'm happy to report I've got my head around it now and the cement section is fully operational with working points!! Bad hair day!! My Make shift control panel till I build a proper one! Hidden access under the engine shed. Hope you like!! Edited February 25, 2019 by scahalane 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warbonnet Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Stunning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enniscorthyman Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Super Super Super,love the loco shed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRich Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 This is a great project and I'm delighted to see the update. All the hard work is beginning to pay dividends. I love that A class, it really captures the look and colour of the prototype. The buildings as always are superb. I look forward to more. Rich, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirley Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Fantastic pictures, its only when you see the shed in Situ does its enormous size become apparent and the Cement unloading bay is superb. Excellent all round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenderg Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Words fail me, for once... taking a cue from Masterchef Richie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broithe Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgeconna Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Still trying to Comprehend the size of this. Whens my invite for a cup of tea then!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glenderg Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 How did you do such a wonderful job on the detail, and such a "clockwork orange" on the switch panel! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Looks very impressive, that engine shed is a monster. It's going to be a stunning layout Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A4mallard Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 wow great work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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