Friend and Collingwood layout builder, Simon Paley, takes a look at the 3rd and 4th Rail electrification systems. In this Part 1 Collingwood shows you how post he discusses the background to the system. Future posts will cover how to install 3rd and 4th rail on your layouts and also the conductor rail accessories and … Continue reading Collingwood shows you how – 3rd & 4th Rail Systems, Part 1, Background & Design
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Simon Paley’s Collingwood Layout
Introducing ‘Collingwood’ by Simon Paley – Modern Signalling in Miniature
As many readers will know, I can often be found at shows helping friend (and Principle Signalling Designer for Network Rail) Simon Paley, operating and providing logistic support (van driving!) with his Collingwood layout. I firmly believe that Simon's Collingwood is the most accurately signalled and 3rd rail model railway on the exhibition circuit today, … Continue reading Introducing ‘Collingwood’ by Simon Paley – Modern Signalling in Miniature