Pdf files, and other information you may find useful. Ntrak standards are set forth in the ntrak module manual and the ntrak module howto book and are available online from the ntrak company store. Ntrak layouts combine the beautifully detailed modules with long trains running on the two main tracks. Module interface same as ntrak with one clamp and the standard 4. The solid circles are the inner and outer edges of the modules, and are another way to mark distances bf, bg, ba, and bd. Refers to foam and other new, lightweight techniques for module construction. Ntrak modules are tables that c clamp together to form large n scale train layouts at conventions, shopping malls, club rooms, and as home layouts. The very next year, in 2018, and encouraged by the success of the 2017 layout in orlando, a layout was organized at the nmras.
Below is the photo of a typical hydraulic truck tipper. We have about twenty members and over fifty modules. Construction techniques should be applicable to all standards, fremo, ntrak, nmra, etc. Ntrak is always eager to hear about new clubs and update information on existing clubs. By reversing some modules, where space is limited, an aisle can be eliminated, as shown on the right in figure 1. I would strongly suggest you obtain or borrow a copy of this, as the smaller ntrak module manual pamphlet is somewhat vague due to its brevity but that could just be me. Adapting modular standards and concepts for home layouts. The trak manual basic ntrak module 1 nashville ntrak. Track positions are defined at the ends of a module or module set. View download, nvntrak dcc operating procedures for ntrak and ttrak shows using one of the. The following track plans are among the over 100 plans, drawn to 121 scale, shown in the track plan set available from ntrak.
Ntrak modules are used to build large display layouts as well as home and club. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The module can start a second track on either side of it, as the yard area is all set at ntrak track spacings and the correct setbacks, and the second main is setup exactly how it appears. These modules are being constructed using the instructions in the ntrak module howto book.
All flush deck modules are predrilled with track attachment holes to precisely locate your track. Record songs with a professional quality and easy to use music creation app. Track plans and photos of over 50 top modules are shown. Note the 100 ton mine trucks used to haul ore from mine. Ntrak standards or with simple butt joints as used by freemo. Iron road hobbies builds both free mo and nmra standard module kits and assembled modules. Pdf ntrak module certification and grading 32610 requirements, procedure and check lists for certification and grading of club and memberowned ntrak modules. N trak module foam construction rubber rocks folding legs separate double loop drop away back board. These are the minimum requirements for all modules. Optional tracks, construction methods, and module sizes are given on other pages.
Since the last printing 2002 of the ntrak manual, all 120 volt wiring has. Truck tippers are commonly used for flowable bulk material such as coal, gravel, wood chips, barks and agriculture products including oranges, gains, etc. With a sheet of plywood, you should be able to build 2 modules. In preparing to build a module for my ho module club, i have been searching for the ultimate in module construction. Santrak san antonio ntrak association is an nscale model railroad club that follows the module standards as set forth by the ntrak modular railroading society, inc. Since this is volume 3 of a series, he doesnt spend much time on scenery techniques, track laying, or similar those are covered in volumes 1 and 2, but concentrates on the specifics of. N scale ttrak triple wide module kit for your model railroad is a ttrak standard, 36 x inch, available in flush deck predrilled to precisely attach track with included screw or depressed deck to accommodate 1 inch thick scenery foam. Apr 30, 2018 ntrak standards for module construction. Ntrak standards require the distance from the top of the rails to the bottom of the module top to be 4 12 our instructions show the spline method for. They can interchange connect and operate their module with any club or group that follows ntrak standards. Bantrak is the baltimore areas ntrak club since 1983.
However, dry wall screws are not designed to pull two pieces of wood together the way wood screws can. Ntrak allows modellers to participate in a large layout but only invest a small amount of space at their own home. Ntrak standards require the distance from the top of the rails to the bottom of the module top to be 4 12 our instructions show the spline method for track support. The basic philosophy behind ntrak modular design is that it allows the nscale modeler to build a basic unit, affectionately called a plain old four footer or poff, and to participate in nscale model train layouts with other nscale model railroaders. Many things are changed but they only make it better. The ntrak module howto book, ntrak modular railroading. This layout design is built around a number of ntrak modules, and was conceived on behalf of a friend in my ntrak club. Module frame height the heightwidth of the module frame lumber depends on what type of track base is being used on the module see below. The ntrak division sets up layouts throughout the year at various locations in northern virginia, the district of columbia, and in montgomery county in.
This module is available for users who participated in the development of free phoca extensions with regular writing of documentation, regular making translations or making a donation to the project. The new newsletter ntrak modular railroading society, inc. Ntrak is one of several model railroad module standards. Process for installing subroadbed and cork roadbed in preparation for laying trackjim davis. New members to northern virginia ntrak receive the ntrak module manual when they join. In 2017 members of ntrak, inc decided to organize a layout at the national train show portion of the orlan do nmra national convention that was open to any and all ttrak module owners. The 4 th division ntrak modular group has been up and running trains for fourteen years.
Ttrak, trams, trolleys, trains, two tracks and table top. Bend track is an evolutionary offshoot of the ntrak standard that has two main lines down each edge of each module, rather than three main lines down one. An ntrak layout set up for operations at trainfest, a model train show in milwaukee, wi in 2004. One chapter explains the basic reasons for using modules and how the standards developed. The tracks are labeled from the viewing aisle by color, starting with. Ntrak and ttrak logos all of the above marks are property of ntrak, inc.
Freemo stands for free modular and is a relatively new modular standard in the hobby of. The basic module is two feet wide, four feet long, and 40 high. Ttrak n scale modular model railroading yahoo group n scale enthusiast. Modules built to an established standard can be used as part of a home layout and taken to a module group show thus providing further enjoyment of the hobby. Any commercial use of these marks is only available by agreement with ntrak, inc. May 09, 2020 santrak san antonio ntrak association is an nscale model railroad club that follows the module standards as set forth by the ntrak modular railroading society, inc. Turn your computer into a complete music studio, or download the app for creating on the go. Internally to a module set, the minimum track separation is 1. A third track, the branch line, is used for picking up and setting out cars at the many industries along the way. Tall timber tramway unique ttrak modules from australia ntrak. Ttrak, trams, trolleys, trains, two tracks and table top here are lees three ttrak modules as they were displayed at the saint louis nmra train show in july 2001.
Capital pennscalers ntrak module construction page 1. Named after our most enthusiastic family member, this module gave you an idea of what many railroad small towns in montana looked like. This module is the same depth as our 19r corner module. A chapter gives tips on converting your own ideas into a working plan and then other chapters cover details of building the module frame, laying track, wiring. This is a new 4x2 module which i will fully finish before moving back to the larger modules. Modular model railroads sectional lightweight portable.
Track plans for module railroading and their design. Chapter 5 of the ntrak module howto book recommends using dry wall screws. Ntrak standards and issues to consider in building a modulejim davisjune 2015 21k. The ntrak module manual is reproduced in a larger size for easy reading. The articles by many people i knew told me i could rely on their advice and council.
Unofficial ttrak handbook small modules for nscale. This is complete offline installer and standalone setup for ntrack studio suite 9. The onetrak manual the onetrak manual specifications 3 modules layout samples 14 standard ntrak layout junction module gordonsville offset module module with additional depth 180 return loop module corner modules onetrak part of the orlando 98 convention layout arrows show direction of traffic on extended red line route. The three tracks are common to all modules and the same.
Minimal information on designing a module track plan. Ntrak manual specifications introduction to ntrak 2 index page module layout ideas 3 basic module 4 optional features 5 construction details 6 leg details 7 electrical 810 powerpole connectors 11 120 v ac wiring 1415 recent changes 15 corner modules 1617 module ideas 18 lighter weight frame 19 junction modules 20 one trak modules 21. The length and track configuration of a freemo module or module set is up to the modeler. I decided to build a functional workable model of a hydraulic truck tipper with the 3d printer. The modifications are described as a wikidot tutorial. At the time i had a gmc van and could transport a 18 module three 6 sections and 20 or more of 4 modules to shows. On the right is a carnival scene with a battery powered merry go round. The length of the module you build will be part of the early planning. The 4 th division supplied our original four corner modules. Nov, 2009 n trak module foam construction rubber rocks folding legs separate double loop drop away back board. I build the frame for a 2x4 module from a 4x8 sheet of plywood. Track mounting screws are included with each flush deck module.
The fourmodule system is our main staging location. Code 55 is acceptable with code 80 transitions at module interface. Module one ntrak module based on apex power plant located north of las vegas, nevada in the apex area. Ntrak modules are marked by their standard three running tracks two are mainline tracks and the third is the branchline track that are required on all modules. Ntrak entry module model railroader magazine model. Standards documentation files are readily available on the internet and free to download.
You can be part of this scene by building a module. Oct 18, 2016 i build the frame for a 2x4 module from a 4x8 sheet of plywood. Before installing the luan deck, the front of the frame was clamped to a four foot straight edge to remove any warp in. Welcome to the 4 th division ntrak modular group the 4 th division ntrak modular group has been up and running trains for fourteen years. The single module can then be part of a much larger layout where we run multiple trains. Having taken an 18 year hiatus from ntrak, i needed a refresher course in all things ntrak. Other modular specifications require use of two mains or three mains. The four module system is our main staging location. Module two ntrak module of an open pit silver mine. Before installing the luan deck, the front of the frame was clamped to a four foot straight edge to remove any warp in the pine. A number of optional tracks have been defined, see the table below.
The minimum distance from the front edge of the module to the center of. Click on below button to start ntrack studio suite 9 free download. Ncat ncat is an extension of the ntrak standard for live catenary. There are adjustment bolts in the legs with a two inch adjustment range. Here is the ntrak weblink to organizations all over the globe. The ntrak module howto book kindle edition by ntrak modular railroading society. The basic ntrak module is two feet wide, four feet long and 40 inches.
On the left is a japanese scene, in the center is a european street scene with a subway below. The circles on the diagrams show the key dimensions for the modules. Module three canyon scene with truck stop and campground above indian ruins. Barely any module track plans, including for the ones he describes how to construct. Due to the length of the sections 5 the rear seats would have to be removed, the tailgate left open, the upper hatch tied down partially open, and straps required to secure the modules. This covers both ntrak and ho nmrastyle module standards. If you have a compass that will stretch to 18 radius you could use it to help lay out the modules. Santrak was formed in july, 1991, from members of the san antonio model railroad association samra when that club decided to exclusively support a fixed layout in ho scale. It is the most popular standard for use in united states n scale. This would be compatible with both 32 bit and 64 bit windows. The frame on the module end can be 1 x3 or 1 x4 lumber or plywood equivalent.