Wow!! That Doug is an accomplished artist/craftsman! I really am enjoying your videos…so much that I haven’t done anything on all the N gauge I was given this year. It’s HOT and miserable down on Mississippi Gulf coast so will start some layout work when cool weather comes🎉🙏🏼😬
Nice one 👍 just got my new DMU Class 110 metro train from hobby shop in Christchurch this morning running back and forth end to end station platforms about 8meters in length so happy days those boards I got from the hardware store down the road last month for next to nothing cheers from your kiwi mate
Amazing..I didn't think tomix trains ran on European power supply I observed on an eBay ad for their controller. glad they run and yes they are brilliant runners, not as good as Kato but they are truly second best. Smashing layout yet again keeping the hobby alive.😮
Thanks for the look at the railway,love the scenery and learning from the way you do it.This track layout is perfect, love my kato.Doug's bridge 🌉 very we'll done, can he do me some containers in N please!!😎🚂🚃🚃🚃🇬🇧
Great inspiration! I want to do something fairly small, with Kato N scale track, just to make a fairly simple layout with an Inglenook and such along with a continuous run ... that way I can see if N will work for me or if I must stick to HO. Thanks for sharing this great little layout!
I will have to test my J94 over points, i posted a video yesterday on instagram showing how well it works, but i havent run it over points yet... i dont plan on shunting N, so maybe it wont matter to much to me...saving the shunting to 00, but will check that for sure, thanks for the heads up! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Scrapped the OO9 element of my otherwise OO layout as it was proving too unreliable, and difficult to access. But it's all safe in a box and, even brand new, a Kato starter track set is very affordable, so it looks like it'll live again as a stand alone layout. Thanks for the inspiration. Fantastic girder bridge too Doug. Cheers
You made me get out my box of Kato track, the smallest curves I have are 216, local shops don't seem to have smaller . Might have to use Peco track or go a bit bigger. Inspiring me closer to making a layout.
A layout small enough to plonk in the kitchen... with standing stones (brilliant idea!) village, station, goods depot, cute stream... amazing job! I just worry a little about getting my car stuck on the crossing. Not that the barriers are ever raised...
Wow, this is a beautiful, great classic mini layout. It's the perfect shunting, running ànd exposition layout. Great job! You make me getting convinced I have made the wrong choice working with OO/H0...
Layout has come along is a massive way, loving the look and that mini Stonehenge is brilliant! My first Kato train as the Pocket line train (the same one as yours…even the colour!), and it still performs beautifully. N is so versatile, affordable and compact. That suspension bridge is insane! Fantastic vid and look forward to seeing future updates.
Outstanding! Shows all the advantages of the micro. You've got the ability to run a loop or just do some shunting if you feel like it. Those trees from eBay are a good way to add trees to a layout and I've made some look better with a bit of water putty, some spray paint and a little ground foam. Congratulations on another winner.
Looks like you have found a place on your journey - ie: using N gauge to be small, finding reliable running in Kato/Tomix even over points, finding small radius track to enable continuous running, using C J Freezer type plans to have Trainset model railways that give you operation features and scenery, Freelance, still in a budget bracket new, still able to do a bit of scratch build....Think you've been looking for this for a while . The layout looks great..spent loots of time looking getting inspiration on your channel from the Trainset Layouts and shunting layouts. All the best
Great update and love seeing your layout and project come together. Working on my first small module layout this is very inspiring of what can be done on a budget with some good planning and creative skills. Off to get some more MDF for a new layout today for next project!
Hello, amazing video,the 'N' gauge layout looks so much better with the scenery,and working point motors makes it more realistic,great work involved on this.
Hey Mike, this layout is coming along very nicely! I was considering N gauge for UK outline but reviews online show that the locomotives are very hit and miss when it comes to quality. So I just decided to build a layout with my 00 collection. Space was an issue while I was working around my country but now I'm back home and I have a whole loft to use! Nothing to ambitious planned, just your typical 8x4 board and a small modular expansion for a reverse loop and a loco shed and turntable. The layout would have been also great without the expansion, but for operations and fun having a small yard to flip your locos the way you like adds a lot of interest! I'll keep you updated on the progress whenever you post
Hello from Hull in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Just watched your latest N gauge layout and it is amazing well done 👍 and also the bridge that your son has made is just a work of art. Brilliant. Best wishes to you all. 🚂
Greetings from Vancouver Island! Mike I was very impressed with both the utility and the scenery on this layout. It really is the whole package. Kudos to Doug on that suspension bridge it's top shelf! I recently purchased the compact Kato track set and just received the Kato V3 switching set so I am good to go. I also have the steeple cab pocket line as well as the My Tram and they are very smooth runners. If you are able could you supply the link to that lovely Tomix engine? It's just what I am looking for. Also, regarding the backdrop discussion, have you considered insetting a couple of magnets in the frame on both sides, then have one backscene with thin metal plates on the bottom so you can pop it off and re-attach on either side depending on your viewing angle? Just a thought. Keep up the good work!
Looking at your railways, I really like them, because they are nice and charming, but you should get some ballast because for the amount that it add it’s certainly worth it, and a big jug is only 10 pounds anyway nice layout
Wow thanks, I was considering buying the EFE J94 in N gauge, thinking it would be reliable, but now I'm thinking not. Great layout btw. I love N gauge as you can have decent set ups with barely any space at all.
I had two, sent them both back, even after running in they were poor. The reviews weren't great but I ignored them as they were cheap, now I know why lol
It looks great. You always make sweet layouts with lots of visual interest. When you say Can-tannery it makes me jump a bit. It's Ca-tenary, Catenary. Sorry, I don't mean to offend and I apologise if I have.
Lots of good ideas and ideal for someone with not much space. Unfortunately N is too small and fiddly for me and I need the model railway eqivalent of large print.
Great work. Simple but effective. So does that mean that the OO layout in the shed has gone before it's completed? That's a shame if it is. Your call. Happy Modelling
@@BudgetModelRailways I must of been lucky as yet I've not been charged but then I'm only importing n chassis's things like the 11-109 or the TU-Koppel they are so much cheaper to import than buy here
Personally, I will never model in N Gauge because I couldn’t see to build the track. I have a briefcase into which I would like to put a railway. Obviously, it would have to be N Gauge because of the tiny space that a briefcase gives.
Looking lovely as always! Gotta ask though, what's the progress like on this layout? Any new ideas? th-cam.com/video/mZ2PBCUtfiQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=vE4lFIE1GzgqAB38
Mike - i know you're trying to keep things BRITISH 🇬🇧 but modelling in the "Japanese Way" is VERY much like the "Budget" mindset ... You're on the right track 🤡 no puns intended . 🚅💨
Wow!! That Doug is an accomplished artist/craftsman! I really am enjoying your videos…so much that I haven’t done anything on all the N gauge I was given this year. It’s HOT and miserable down on Mississippi Gulf coast so will start some layout work when cool weather comes🎉🙏🏼😬
Nice one 👍 just got my new DMU Class 110 metro train from hobby shop in Christchurch this morning running back and forth end to end station platforms about 8meters in length so happy days those boards I got from the hardware store down the road last month for next to nothing cheers from your kiwi mate
Amazing..I didn't think tomix trains ran on European power supply I observed on an eBay ad for their controller. glad they run and yes they are brilliant runners, not as good as Kato but they are truly second best. Smashing layout yet again keeping the hobby alive.😮
There are a lot of myths about N gauge power, we just use a standard 12v PWM controller which will run N HO and O no worries
Thanks for the look at the railway,love the scenery and learning from the way you do it.This track layout is perfect, love my kato.Doug's bridge 🌉 very we'll done, can he do me some containers in N please!!😎🚂🚃🚃🚃🇬🇧
The speed of your builds is extraordinary, it seems you only started this one yesterday! Doug has done a great job on the suspension bridge too!
Great inspiration! I want to do something fairly small, with Kato N scale track, just to make a fairly simple layout with an Inglenook and such along with a continuous run ... that way I can see if N will work for me or if I must stick to HO. Thanks for sharing this great little layout!
I will have to test my J94 over points, i posted a video yesterday on instagram showing how well it works, but i havent run it over points yet... i dont plan on shunting N, so maybe it wont matter to much to me...saving the shunting to 00, but will check that for sure, thanks for the heads up! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Scrapped the OO9 element of my otherwise OO layout as it was proving too unreliable, and difficult to access. But it's all safe in a box and, even brand new, a Kato starter track set is very affordable, so it looks like it'll live again as a stand alone layout. Thanks for the inspiration. Fantastic girder bridge too Doug. Cheers
You made me get out my box of Kato track, the smallest curves I have are 216, local shops don't seem to have smaller . Might have to use Peco track or go a bit bigger. Inspiring me closer to making a layout.
Simplicity....addition of people, bits and bobs, vehicles would bring this to life..
Another great micro enjoyed watching it, keep up the gocd work, it shows we don't need huge room to enjoy the hobby
A layout small enough to plonk in the kitchen... with standing stones (brilliant idea!) village, station, goods depot, cute stream... amazing job! I just worry a little about getting my car stuck on the crossing. Not that the barriers are ever raised...
Wow, this is a beautiful, great classic mini layout. It's the perfect shunting, running ànd exposition layout. Great job! You make me getting convinced I have made the wrong choice working with OO/H0...
Layout has come along is a massive way, loving the look and that mini Stonehenge is brilliant! My first Kato train as the Pocket line train (the same one as yours…even the colour!), and it still performs beautifully. N is so versatile, affordable and compact. That suspension bridge is insane! Fantastic vid and look forward to seeing future updates.
That's very kind of you thanks
Outstanding! Shows all the advantages of the micro. You've got the ability to run a loop or just do some shunting if you feel like it. Those trees from eBay are a good way to add trees to a layout and I've made some look better with a bit of water putty, some spray paint and a little ground foam. Congratulations on another winner.
That is a wonderful little layout. That bridge that Doug has cut, printed, and built is epic!
@@dibsyardshuntinglayout thanks
Looks like you have found a place on your journey - ie: using N gauge to be small, finding reliable running in Kato/Tomix even over points, finding small radius track to enable continuous running, using C J Freezer type plans to have Trainset model railways that give you operation features and scenery, Freelance, still in a budget bracket new, still able to do a bit of scratch build....Think you've been looking for this for a while . The layout looks great..spent loots of time looking getting inspiration on your channel from the Trainset Layouts and shunting layouts. All the best
Very well explained, you are spot on thanks
@@BudgetModelRailways 👍
Looking better every time.
A clever use of scenery here, it makes the layout look bigger than it actually is 😄
Great update and love seeing your layout and project come together. Working on my first small module layout this is very inspiring of what can be done on a budget with some good planning and creative skills. Off to get some more MDF for a new layout today for next project!
Hello, amazing video,the 'N' gauge layout looks so much better with the scenery,and working point motors makes it more realistic,great work involved on this.
Smashing little layout that 👍🙂
That's very kind of you thanks
Hey Mike, this layout is coming along very nicely! I was considering N gauge for UK outline but reviews online show that the locomotives are very hit and miss when it comes to quality. So I just decided to build a layout with my 00 collection. Space was an issue while I was working around my country but now I'm back home and I have a whole loft to use! Nothing to ambitious planned, just your typical 8x4 board and a small modular expansion for a reverse loop and a loco shed and turntable. The layout would have been also great without the expansion, but for operations and fun having a small yard to flip your locos the way you like adds a lot of interest! I'll keep you updated on the progress whenever you post
Sounds great
Hello from Hull in the East Riding of Yorkshire. Just watched your latest N gauge layout and it is amazing well done 👍 and also the bridge that your son has made is just a work of art. Brilliant. Best wishes to you all. 🚂
Thank you very much!
Lovely layout and wonderful to have you both in a video! 😊💜😊💜😊
@@brettany_renee_blatchley thanks, hope all is OK with you
@@BudgetModelRailways Blessings from Roanoke Virgina USA! 😊💜
Greetings from Vancouver Island! Mike I was very impressed with both the utility and the scenery on this layout. It really is the whole package. Kudos to Doug on that suspension bridge it's top shelf! I recently purchased the compact Kato track set and just received the Kato V3 switching set so I am good to go. I also have the steeple cab pocket line as well as the My Tram and they are very smooth runners. If you are able could you supply the link to that lovely Tomix engine? It's just what I am looking for.
Also, regarding the backdrop discussion, have you considered insetting a couple of magnets in the frame on both sides, then have one backscene with thin metal plates on the bottom so you can pop it off and re-attach on either side depending on your viewing angle? Just a thought.
Keep up the good work!
Thanks that's very kind of you. The Tomix came from ebay, I will reply with the Model number.
Tomix 2138 assuming it was in the correct box when it was sold to me?
@@BudgetModelRailways Thank you!
That is a lovely little layout and the bridge is good! 😊
Many thanks!
Awesome display!
@@Razer_-fe9mo thanks
This looks great!
Love the bridge. 😊👍
Thanks
Looking at your railways, I really like them, because they are nice and charming, but you should get some ballast because for the amount that it add it’s certainly worth it, and a big jug is only 10 pounds anyway nice layout
@@user-mp8qg5tb5e thanks. The track is pre ballasted kato track so doesn't need ballasting
@@BudgetModelRailways that’s true
Good looking layout. Scenery came out nice 😊
Brilliant - looking forward to the shunting video
Wow thanks, I was considering buying the EFE J94 in N gauge, thinking it would be reliable, but now I'm thinking not. Great layout btw. I love N gauge as you can have decent set ups with barely any space at all.
I had two, sent them both back, even after running in they were poor. The reviews weren't great but I ignored them as they were cheap, now I know why lol
I really do like this one, it looks fantastic and very realistic 👍🙂
It looks great. You always make sweet layouts with lots of visual interest. When you say Can-tannery it makes me jump a bit. It's Ca-tenary, Catenary. Sorry, I don't mean to offend and I apologise if I have.
@@PaulinesPastimes it's one of those words I can't seem to get my mouth round lol
Very good , looks awesome The layout, I love The plan of the track😊👍
Thanks
good update on layout keep up the good vid on channel thanks for the share
Thanks
Lots of good ideas and ideal for someone with not much space. Unfortunately N is too small and fiddly for me and I need the model railway eqivalent of large print.
Inspiring as always.
@@stevenpitts6665 thanks
Looks great!
this is good fun :D
always a pleasure to watch
Thanks
Great work.
Simple but effective.
So does that mean that the OO layout in the shed has gone before it's completed?
That's a shame if it is.
Your call.
Happy Modelling
The shed needs serious repair work so the layout has to go anyway
Which oval is it? Kennington?!! Pardon my silly joke, but that’s a very attractive looking layout.
Yes a great layout that
I'm guessing you went to plaza Japan for the loco I have found them very cheap and they deliver quickly 😮😅
No we kept getting stung with import duty and postage charges so use traintrax now
@@BudgetModelRailways I must of been lucky as yet I've not been charged but then I'm only importing n chassis's things like the 11-109 or the TU-Koppel they are so much cheaper to import than buy here
Personally, I will never model in N Gauge because I couldn’t see to build the track. I have a briefcase into which I would like to put a railway. Obviously, it would have to be N Gauge because of the tiny space that a briefcase gives.
@@Madonsteamrailways kato track just clips together so it's easier than any other gauge track etc
I’m building a small layout. I have about 35cm wide. Will peco 1st radius or 2nd radius work?
Sorry but no ist radius is 18in so about 45cm, but worth checking in case I'm wrong?
@@BudgetModelRailways will have to look into the Kato track. Thank you
Looking lovely as always!
Gotta ask though, what's the progress like on this layout? Any new ideas?
th-cam.com/video/mZ2PBCUtfiQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=vE4lFIE1GzgqAB38
It's on hold for the moment, but at some point there will be some progress
Mike - i know you're trying to
keep things BRITISH 🇬🇧
but modelling in the "Japanese Way" is VERY much like the "Budget" mindset ... You're on the right track 🤡 no puns intended . 🚅💨
Thanks for the support