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Grand Trunk Western – Holly Subdivision

ThemeSemi-Prototypical based on the Holly Subdivision of the GT
ScaleHO (1:87)
Size30 x 50 feet
LocaleSoutheastern Michigan, Detroit to Durand
Period1960 – 1985
Layout StyleDouble deck, point to point
Mainline Length700 feet
Minimum Curve Radius36 inches
Maximum Grade1.0% (1.65% in helix)
ControlDCC – Digitrax radio or WiFi control
Layout HeightLower Deck: 42 to 46 inches
Upper Deck: 62 to 65 inches
Minimum Aisle Width4 feet
BenchworkSteel – 1″ square tube
RoadbedCork (on 2″ foam sub-roadbed)
TrackMainline: Tillig Code 83
Yards: Peco Code 75
Scenery ConstructionFoam
Backdrop ConstructionMasonite and drywall

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