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Grand Trunk Western – Holly Subdivision
| Theme | Semi-Prototypical based on the Holly Subdivision of the GT |
| Scale | HO (1:87) |
| Size | 30 x 50 feet |
| Locale | Southeastern Michigan, Detroit to Durand |
| Period | 1960 – 1985 |
| Layout Style | Double deck, point to point |
| Mainline Length | 700 feet |
| Minimum Curve Radius | 36 inches |
| Maximum Grade | 1.0% (1.65% in helix) |
| Control | DCC – Digitrax radio or WiFi control |
| Layout Height | Lower Deck: 42 to 46 inches Upper Deck: 62 to 65 inches |
| Minimum Aisle Width | 4 feet |
| Benchwork | Steel – 1″ square tube |
| Roadbed | Cork (on 2″ foam sub-roadbed) |
| Track | Mainline: Tillig Code 83 Yards: Peco Code 75 |
| Scenery Construction | Foam |
| Backdrop Construction | Masonite and drywall |
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