In a message dated 12/4/00 3:02:03 AM Eastern Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> As Geoff, Tony and others are suggesting, a 1:32 market is possible. As
> Geoff correctly points out 1:32 is the correct standard for 4'8.5"
> standard gauge trains. We should be able to make the case for standard
> gauge trains just like the now 1:20.3 standard for 3 ft gauge trains.
>
Clark,
Given that we have 1:20.3 and a growing supply of parts, buildings,
accessories, etc., then wouldn't it make sense to push for standard gauge
models at 1:20.3 scale? Making track to a different gauge is pretty easy,
Gauge 3 already exists (although the locos are 2.5" gauge instead of 2.78".)
It wouldn't be too tricky to persude one of the track manufacturers to
produce a tie base for code 250 rail at 2.78", or 2.5" or dual gauge - it's a
small mould and high volume output! I know Gary B at Llagas Creek likes
gauge-3... GRS in england produces a range of track and rolling stock.
Personally, I'm happy with my 1:22.5 NG empire running on 39" gauge rails,
with a gauge 3 feeder. One of these days I'll get a real g-3 coal-fired
loco, then I'll have to extend the dual gauge right round the garden.
Pete
