Overview
The J&W Railroad in Santa Maria, California is one of the longest, continuous operating garden railroads on the central coast.
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Highlights
Operators and guests can surround themselves with action, as multiple trains operate around the lawn and patio. Storage yards protected from the elements are strategically placed allowing quick start-up and closing.
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Layout Specifications
This garden railroad consists of three separate loops with sidings, two of which have reversing capability. The three loops are interconnected and have access to a “rail yard” and two separate storage areas: an indoor patio and an outdoor shed. The layout is DCC controlled.
Scale | 1:22.5 |
Track gauge (mm) | 45 |
Code | 330 |
Total length (ft.) | |
Mainline (ft.) | |
Maximum gradient (%) | 0.0 |
Minimum radius (ft.) | |
Control system | DCC |