One of the easiest and best ways to get started in model railroading is with a 4x8 train layout in HO scale. These layouts are easy and cheap to build, thanks to the availability of 4x8 plywood sheets. They do take up a fa… See more

HO Railroad from Start to Finishhas everything you need to know to build a 4x8 layout in HO scale. The table is built from foamcore board, so it's very light and easy to move around, and the track plan is simple but … See more

Model railroading is very traditional, and nothing is more traditional than building your layout on a 4x8 table. Building a 4x8 table for a model railroad has always been easy, and newer construction materials like extruded fo… See more

You can find lots of good 4x8 track plans in model railroading books and magazines or on the internet. Below are some of my favorites that I've found online, along with a few book recommendations. See more