Zealot

This is the “Givens and Druthers” that the late John Armstrong used when designing layouts for people. It’s a very useful way to clarify your thoughts about what you want to do with your model railroad.

Givens and Druthers

(Railroad Name)
Scale:
Gauge: (Std, Narrow)


Prototype: (the railroad you want to model)
Era:
Region:
Railroad:

Space:
Describe Space e.g. basement. Provide diagram showing Overhead clearances and any obstructions or limitations.

Governing Rolling Stock: (Biggest planned)

Relative Emphasis: (move the V)

|______________________V_______________________|
Track/Operation ....................................................Scenic realism
|_________________________V____________________|

Mainline Running .......................................................... Switching
Operation Priorities: (rearrange as required)
  1. Passenger Train Switching
  2. Helper District Operations
  3. Main-Line Passenger Train Operation
  4. Long Freight Train Operations
  5. Engine Terminal Movements
  6. Local Freight Operations
Typical operating Crew: ______
Eye Level (Owner) ___In.