Tiny HO Train Layout Build - 4x6 Model Railroad

In 2023 I was designing a variety of compact track plans ideal for smaller spaces like apartments. The goal was to make something that could maximize the amount of possibilities with an area of 4x6 square feet or less.

Several iterations were created until I put this one together. This train layout stood out as it allows for the operation of two trains at the same time plus three different circuits to run them on.

I sent the designs to a friend of mine and asked if he would be interested in this future layout for his son, he agreed and I immediately started stocking up on supplies to make it a reality.

All songs featured in this video is licensed by Universal Music.

[jimmyjames]

Interesting you went with HO on this tiny footprint, with steep grades and tight curves. Awesome job! Looking forward to next video update.

[Orangeman]

OUTSTANDING job! I'd love to see it finished, finished someday!

[GrotrianSeiler]

I applaud your efforts. This was clearly a lot of work. Getting started is the hardest part. Great video.

[MacBrian]

That’s an absolutely brilliant layout in such a small space! I really enjoy your layout building videos… you make it seem so simple!

[r.evanmiller]

Well done! Really enjoyed the vid and how you kept the speed up with the editing. It made for a very impressive and easy to follow watching experience. Looking forward to seeing the next progression of this layout.

[TheTroutSeller]

Thanks for sharing! I am getting back into model railroading and am very concerned about space. This video provided lots of insight and new ideas!
-Liam M.

[HolmesResidence]

Story of my life that I discover this channel now and have to wait for the next ones! Cool stuff!

[drdave]

I really enjoyed watching you put this together. Thanks for sharing!

[Toucan]

Yooo, happy to be at the start at one of these series, always love seeing people build layouts

[Goosebear]

Glenn Fricker sent me. That was very satisfying to watch.

[outdoorgears]

You make this look so easy LOL. I learn a lot from these videos. Thanks

[kirkhodson]

Great music, too! Love watching the builds. Thank you!

[opensage]

Wow, that was a great idea for a small area. Great job and thanks for sharing. Cheers.

[JawTooth]

I love it! I have one on a 4X4 that I have had for decades

[fredashay]

Excellent example of a small HO layout! 🙂
I've been wanting to build a small layout in a spare bedroom in my tiny NY apartment just so I can watch trains run around in circles, but i never imagined that an HO layout could be so small. This layout is perfect. I might just build this exact layout... I even have room to make it a little bigger than this. My only suggestion would be to put a piece of 3/4" plywood under the foam so it doesn't sag over time, and put a fascia around it that rises about an inch above ground level to prevent trains from taking the big leap.
I just wish you had put your track plan up on the screen for a second so I could have taken a screen shot!

[DavidJeggo]

That was fun to watch…perfect size for a starter, or, if your 75, relive some old times with collected and saved rolling stock…look forward to the next episode…cheers and Happy New Year from Orleans…

[patrickd]

It might not be prototypical and it sure as well breaks all "rules" as specified by the HO community, but I'm also very much sure it will bring a lot of joy. And that is ultimately the end goal for all layouts.

[fromthewastes]

Impressive amount of track packed in! Fascinated to see how you will add scenery to this, especially with the very small clearance between carriages and polystyrene walls. Subscribed!

[anushjagadeesh]

Love from India, you always inspire me to make layouts such as this. God bless you brother.!

[jatco]

That...was very cool and interesting layout for the space. Did a great job. I wish I had dedicated space for my split 4x8' boards and tracks... Nice job there..!