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To help you learn, enjoy, and share the hobby . . .

LEGO Train References

• A nine-page document which includes a glossary, useful links, and more.

• No doubt only a partial listing of the Lego Train Clubs worldwide: what we could find in April 2021.

• A reference for Power Functions.

• A reference for LEGO 9V Track Geometry.

Track Layout and Ballasting

• Track positioning on the baseplate: 4 studs in, 10 studs of track, 4 studs between tracks, another 10 studs of track, and 4 studs on the far side. Instructions for a 16 x 32 track section with PennLUG profile.

• Illustrated guide to our club ballasting standard: PennLUG style ballasting for straights and R40 curves.

• R56 curves: One way to do the plate layer under the track for PennLUG style ballasting.

• R88 curves: One way to do the plate layer under the track for PennLUG style ballasting. [Still needed.]

• R104 curves: One way to do the plate layer under the track for PennLUG style ballasting.

• R120 curves: One way to do the plate layer under the track for PennLUG style ballasting. [Still needed.]

• Tile underlayment for curves: R120/104 and R104/88.

Tables and Equipment

• An inventory of our tables, stanchions and banners should be posted here when it's updated after the current round of table-building.

PDF sketches and instructions for our excellent lightweight tables, created by David Hawkins.

Rolling Stock Instructions

Hoppers

24-Stud Open Double Hopper. Designed by Gareth Ellis.

24-Stud Enclosed Double Hopper. Designed by Gareth Ellis.

28-Stud Open Triple Hopper. Designed by Gareth Ellis.

Caboose

Little Red Caboose. Designed by Tim Howell.

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