Building a ‘OO9’ micro layout – Part one

With a new influx of models in this narrow gauge scale, DAN EVASON shows how you can create a grand scene the size of a pizza.

WITH A MAJOR influx of new and exciting ‘OO9’ gauge locomotives and rolling stock from Bachmann, Heljan and Peco recently, I have wanted to try my hand at building a new narrow-gauge layout for some time. The desire to develop a layout was further heightened with the discovery of a range of suitable 3D-printed buildings from MS Models. These delightful structures feature a realistic stone and slate finish, which will certainly look the part once painted and detailed.