I'm putting together a test / programming track. I want to use this also for checking coupler settings and general testing of kits when I build them.
The board is 1600 mm by 200 mm. I know I can get 2 tracks side by side, but can I get 3 tracks? I'm using Peco code 83 track and No 6 turnouts.
I'd like to incorporate a crossover (relatively easy to do) but also a single short siding (spur I believe it's called in America). The crossover would be a 'trailing' point and the entrance to the siding would be reached by backing over the crossing and then pulling forward to the siding.
Anyone got any suggestions as to the type of industry that would use such a siding? Am I correct that most railroad use right hand running where there are twin tracks if at all possible (I know there's always exceptions)
I'd like to use this test track to make sure that my modelling techniques are up to standard and I thought I could also use it for fun when it's too cold (or too hot) to go into the loft where my main layout is being built. It could also be incorporated into my main layout at a later date.
Your help will be appreciated.