@mustanger041 I keep mentioning this, this isn't my layout, this layout belongs to a friend of mine. I would like to do a follow up video, but he lives in Delaware and I live in California, so it's not exactly easy for me to post any newer videos. Bruce does have a YouTube channel, search for his name, or any associated videos that correspond to mine, I don't know how often he adds newer content, but he'd surely upload anything before I do. Hope this helps, cheers.
@RustBeltRailroad The layout is located in Delaware, it's based on the actual CSX route from Wilmington, DE to Baltimore, MD, and Philly is modeled along the way, he's modeled a branch line, it's a well thought out layout. The aisles are quite wide, I think at it's most narrow portion, perhaps 3' in width and that's a guess as it's been a year since I visited so I don't remember every detail.
how long didi it take to build this?was it hard to do? oh and can you have more then one locomotive on one track? like if they were not attched to eachother?
I recognize that area athe beginning, that tunnel is based on Greys ferry tunnel and the bridge is the one that crosses the sckullkyll river through west philly
I love your layout.It's beautiful I wish I had the room talant and money to build something like this.Unfortunatly I don't all I have is the time.Please check out my Sisters train and mine @ colonypark1986 right here on you tube.Thank You for posting such a wonderfully made layout.Be watching for my Burlington Northern coming soon as I just got my computer back up and running.
@aminesix That was the first train I started filming when shortly after I got to his place, and others had been going around the layout flawlessly. So this one comes off the helix, and you could hear it bouncing a long the track, so after myself and my friend I came with pointed it out, problem fixed and things ran fine from that point on.
I love model railroad and have been working on my own 11X9 layout which is built on a rolling table that can be broken down if I ever move. I just cant imagine building something like this in my house. First, I'd spend so much time on it that I wouldn't have time for work, family, and traveling...That said, your layout is kick ass!
@THELIFEISGOODGPM My advice to use is use good quality track, and go quality turnouts, there is nothing wrong with using the Atlas Code 83 line of products, or the Walthers Code 83 line of products, the latter will be a bit more expensive than Atlas, but you yield good results. A shop owner once told me "you spend such good money on high quality locomotives & cars, why not invest the same amount on the track" and you know I never thought of it until that point, I was much younger than.
@fjcaron Im asking because i might get the EZ Track because its 50bucks for 50 9in tracks and I on amazon there is a sweet BNSF I want like I said this is all new and idk how to do it.plus im only 15 so dont have much money
@fjcaron Alright will do,thank you for helping me figure out some stuff and great videos and layout.What size is it and what would be a good size to start out with to make a small train depot,houses,factory,roads,and woods?
@THELIFEISGOODGPM Your welcome, always happy to help younger folks getting into the hobby. I don't know what size that layout is, as it's not mine, but there is a web site for his layout, just type in Bruce Friedman's CSX HO Layout on Google, you should find a link for his site. For yourself I recommend a 4x8 sized layout if you have space, or 5x10, etc.
@THELIFEISGOODGPM also look at what kato has it looks very good and realistic (track i mean) and when it comes to rolling stock and engines. pick what you want, but before ask someone who knows and they will help you out to tell you if its good or not. also athearn makes good quality locos and rolling stock, and most are dcc ready. you might think that dcc doesn't matter but some day you will switch to dcc and dcc ready is much easier to convert (pluging in a decoder) hope it helps happy rr
@428trapay it's all dcc, sound equipped, and even computer driven with the signals and blocks being computer driven like the prototype dispatching system as the csx uses.
@cbnut81 FYI, they all aren't train related or model railroad related, but there are some in there, thanks for your comments, most are firearms related, I also do 1/35th scale military models, such as tanks mostly and I have two 1/16th R/C, the current one being worked on is a German Leopard 2A6.
okay im 13 and need help trying to find a good site to get accesorices like background, vehicals like trucks trailers cars etc, and what not please send me a message
@peterbilt1080 Go on Walthers.com they have everythig and you can send for their flyer(Catalog)or try ebay.com in the information bar type in model trains then click on model rr trains then click HO Scale you can set it for US only and 2000 miles from your home.
Well I thought about being a smartass and saying "i really like your layout" but i figured that I would let you know that I'm glad you filmed your friend's layout, he has done an amazing job on it. Just out of curiosity, what is the size of the layout?
@nawrock I had hoped to build my own someday, 25 x 37 x 3 levels with an addition of 12 x25 x 2 levels and a intermediate section of 10 x 10 x 2 levels, but alas i'm settling for a switching layout, U-shaped in a 16x18 shaped room x 2 levels with a nice lavatory built in with a closet, can't complain it's better than none, but I'm happy with that space as I've built in there before and it will work. I've given up on the huge dreams and settled on small switching which is my main desire, cheers.
Hey buddy, me and my son just watched your layout and were thrilled with the layout and the neat, clean appearence of it. It sure do have taken 8 years to bring your ideas to reality. well keep me posted when you do another change or addition to the layout. keep up the good work
@anarwal73 Well thanks, but I want to make others and yourself aware this isn't my layout, it is a friends layout named Bruce Friedman, I was visiting him and he allowed for me to video tape and take stills of the layout, I've had several think it was mine, I sure wish it was, but I haven't the space at the given to do so. I am glad though that folks like the video so much, I'm sure Bruce is happy that folks like his layout so much, he's a really great guy and a really friendly tour guide.
@fjcaron i am 12 now and me and my dad have just started with th trains in HO scale :P today we might be puttng in the mountain and other vegation :) (i am kinsda the landscaper in my family :D) but i ahve a question, can you run two or more locomotives ( not sure if thats spelled right) on one track?
This is one bad-ass layout my friend. The eye for detail on this layout is a thing of beauty. I also love that Home Depot! Who ever built it did one Hell of a job! Fantastic video as well. Thanks for sharing this, you've given me a few ideas for my own layout.
at 4:24 it shows an auto rack loader was it kitbashed or a kit it looks (same for the loader at 5:54 ki or kitbashed) that auto rack yard in 5:54 is otstanding best one i've ever seen it looks so realalistic, awesome as well as the layout! *****-bnsf9842
@bnsf9842 I believe those loaders/unloaders are walthers kits that came out several years ago. Bruces layout is just amazing, to see it in person is even more amazing, glad you enjoyed the video.
@trainsbybob A friend of Bruce's who is an architect I believe commented that he needed one on his layout and offered to build it, it is built from scratch.
@trainster100 Yes they own F40PHs from Amtrak as they do the passenger cars for their business (corporate) trains that tour the system, everything he does on his layout is 100% to date and current, as things change he will reture equipment and replace it with the current stuff, it's really a great system.
That's a great setup. I met a guy last year who has his entire basement all like that and he has ships and boats he makes by hand every piece and they look perfect. One was a Destroyer.
Dang. That's really impressive. I can't even imagine putting that much time, effort, and I'm sure...lot's of money to build something like that. Very cool.
wow so much detail in your explanation...i just always thought they were cool to look at, i used to build plastic models as a kid, but i never got into THAT much detail
I love the grade crossing with the SEPTA streetcar!
Intransitman 3 days ago
this is the coolest train set i have ever seen good work i love it
jhammonds2012 6 days ago
Really nice setup but I sure wish the cameraman would move slower so I could take in all the detail. Otherwise very nice. Pete
PeteM234 1 week ago
Wow! Great layout and video!!
UPRR11 2 weeks ago
awesome
MrFunkybanana13 1 month ago
Does Bruce have his own web site?
arthurhouston3 1 month ago
Nice!
BNSFfan23 1 month ago
Lol MINOR passenger car derailment
animallover12477 1 month ago
When are his operating sessions?
Applachia0928 2 months ago
@Applachia0928 I have no idea, sorry I can't be of any help.
fjcaron 2 months ago
nice layout and great job
BaronvonBavert 3 months ago
Amazing!!! Really Amazing!!
fernandobigozz 3 months ago
dude awsome job this is the most epic layout ever great job.. r u going to do some more videos.
mustanger041 3 months ago
@mustanger041 I keep mentioning this, this isn't my layout, this layout belongs to a friend of mine. I would like to do a follow up video, but he lives in Delaware and I live in California, so it's not exactly easy for me to post any newer videos. Bruce does have a YouTube channel, search for his name, or any associated videos that correspond to mine, I don't know how often he adds newer content, but he'd surely upload anything before I do. Hope this helps, cheers.
fjcaron 3 months ago
dude awsome job this is the most epic layout ever great job..
mustanger041 3 months ago
Amazing! Just amazing layout!
ZacksPlace2010 3 months ago
so fucking AWESOME!!!!!!!! subbed.
Applachia0928 3 months ago
What state is this great Csx layout located in? And what is the distance of the isles on the left and right of the autorack terminal? Thanks!
RustBeltRailroad 3 months ago
@RustBeltRailroad The layout is located in Delaware, it's based on the actual CSX route from Wilmington, DE to Baltimore, MD, and Philly is modeled along the way, he's modeled a branch line, it's a well thought out layout. The aisles are quite wide, I think at it's most narrow portion, perhaps 3' in width and that's a guess as it's been a year since I visited so I don't remember every detail.
fjcaron 3 months ago
such an awesome model.... btw whr can i get these locomotives...?
TheKiranbs 3 months ago
how long didi it take to build this?was it hard to do? oh and can you have more then one locomotive on one track? like if they were not attched to eachother?
breyernakotalover 4 months ago
@breyernakotalover Can't say, not my layout, Bruce would be the best one to answer said questions.
fjcaron 3 months ago
I recognize that area athe beginning, that tunnel is based on Greys ferry tunnel and the bridge is the one that crosses the sckullkyll river through west philly
AppalachiaRRlover 4 months ago
1:03 I've been drinking too! LOL!!
I personally learned that drinking and airbrushing don't work well together...
Great layout! Thanks for posting this.
CSXer 5 months ago
I myself only have room for a very small HO Scale Layout I am working to complete. Years ago, I was a member of Wentworth Institute's Model RR Club.
tommyw8576 5 months ago
I have a question, Where can I find those buildings that you put up to the walls, and what website do you order your supplies and trains from.
Jaycebohr 5 months ago
@Jaycebohr This is not my layout.
fjcaron 5 months ago
nice layout
TheNg535609 5 months ago
what an amazing layout! simply incredible!
GunMetalJeep45 6 months ago
im from england and im very much impressed i im using some of the walthers conerstone kits that you guys have over there on my layout
panther590 6 months ago
Very nice job,would like to see your garbage train run !
chooch11657 7 months ago
hey, where is this layout at, and is it open to the public. i love it, its probly the best ive ever seen
fattiesg62 8 months ago
I love your layout.It's beautiful I wish I had the room talant and money to build something like this.Unfortunatly I don't all I have is the time.Please check out my Sisters train and mine @ colonypark1986 right here on you tube.Thank You for posting such a wonderfully made layout.Be watching for my Burlington Northern coming soon as I just got my computer back up and running.
cbnut81 9 months ago
Hello, what is the class of loco's 9999 and 9998 ? COOL LAYOUT, BTW!
Sodoradventures 9 months ago 2
Did anyone else notice that the first train we see has cars with their bogies off the track?
aminesix 10 months ago 13
@aminesix That was the first train I started filming when shortly after I got to his place, and others had been going around the layout flawlessly. So this one comes off the helix, and you could hear it bouncing a long the track, so after myself and my friend I came with pointed it out, problem fixed and things ran fine from that point on.
fjcaron 9 months ago
@aminesix Also notice right after that Bruce says, "I've been drinking too... "
Runkleforskin 9 months ago
@aminesix perhaps a treat for the VIP.s on the Derail Limted! A great layout and a great clip! :)
ollieahokas 7 months ago
@aminesix They call them trucks in the US and Canada :)
calif1mc 7 months ago
@aminesix How could anyone not notice ? LOL
DrunkCoven1 7 months ago
@aminesix yeah
hawcreekboy 5 months ago
@aminesix i did hope he has a good bit of rearailers along the layout lol
CSX8663 5 months ago
I just thought of this do you think HO scale trains and a few 1-64 scale vehicals go together?
THELIFEISGOODGPM 10 months ago
I love model railroad and have been working on my own 11X9 layout which is built on a rolling table that can be broken down if I ever move. I just cant imagine building something like this in my house. First, I'd spend so much time on it that I wouldn't have time for work, family, and traveling...That said, your layout is kick ass!
clay9280 10 months ago
man that is one amazing layout you got bud
railroading29 10 months ago
looks great!
304live 10 months ago
upgrade to dcc for 100 bucks with everything you have on this layout now thats funny.
sylverdraco 11 months ago
Questin Im starting to do model layout stuff with trians and Im wondering is there a specific track for the engines and cars or does it not matter?
THELIFEISGOODGPM 11 months ago
@THELIFEISGOODGPM My advice to use is use good quality track, and go quality turnouts, there is nothing wrong with using the Atlas Code 83 line of products, or the Walthers Code 83 line of products, the latter will be a bit more expensive than Atlas, but you yield good results. A shop owner once told me "you spend such good money on high quality locomotives & cars, why not invest the same amount on the track" and you know I never thought of it until that point, I was much younger than.
fjcaron 11 months ago
@fjcaron Im asking because i might get the EZ Track because its 50bucks for 50 9in tracks and I on amazon there is a sweet BNSF I want like I said this is all new and idk how to do it.plus im only 15 so dont have much money
THELIFEISGOODGPM 11 months ago
@THELIFEISGOODGPM I understand, Atlas makes a similar type of track like Bachman EZ track, so look into that as well as an option.
fjcaron 11 months ago
@fjcaron Alright will do,thank you for helping me figure out some stuff and great videos and layout.What size is it and what would be a good size to start out with to make a small train depot,houses,factory,roads,and woods?
THELIFEISGOODGPM 11 months ago
@THELIFEISGOODGPM Your welcome, always happy to help younger folks getting into the hobby. I don't know what size that layout is, as it's not mine, but there is a web site for his layout, just type in Bruce Friedman's CSX HO Layout on Google, you should find a link for his site. For yourself I recommend a 4x8 sized layout if you have space, or 5x10, etc.
fjcaron 11 months ago
@fjcaron Ok thank your help and he does have a great layout.
THELIFEISGOODGPM 11 months ago
@THELIFEISGOODGPM also look at what kato has it looks very good and realistic (track i mean) and when it comes to rolling stock and engines. pick what you want, but before ask someone who knows and they will help you out to tell you if its good or not. also athearn makes good quality locos and rolling stock, and most are dcc ready. you might think that dcc doesn't matter but some day you will switch to dcc and dcc ready is much easier to convert (pluging in a decoder) hope it helps happy rr
jbrailphotography 10 months ago
@jbrailphotography ok thank you
THELIFEISGOODGPM 10 months ago
@THELIFEISGOODGPM dont use easy track stuff.
clay9280 10 months ago
@clay9280 ok i wont ill use the code 83 instead
THELIFEISGOODGPM 10 months ago
Someone needs to let him in on what Intermountain's going to be doing: HO scale autoracks with opening doors, decks, and etched metal sides!
BWyrick 11 months ago
wow great layout buddy...alot of time and effort went into it.....excellent work bruce
railroading29 11 months ago
Man you gotta go back and get another video...this layout is awesome
nawrock 11 months ago
This probably the best layout I've ever seen.
Switchman53 11 months ago
is it dcc
428trapay 1 year ago
@428trapay it's all dcc, sound equipped, and even computer driven with the signals and blocks being computer driven like the prototype dispatching system as the csx uses.
fjcaron 1 year ago
I really enjoyed the video I plan to check out all of your videos.I LOVED IT!
cbnut81 1 year ago
@cbnut81 FYI, they all aren't train related or model railroad related, but there are some in there, thanks for your comments, most are firearms related, I also do 1/35th scale military models, such as tanks mostly and I have two 1/16th R/C, the current one being worked on is a German Leopard 2A6.
fjcaron 1 year ago
okay im 13 and need help trying to find a good site to get accesorices like background, vehicals like trucks trailers cars etc, and what not please send me a message
peterbilt1080 1 year ago
@peterbilt1080 Go on Walthers.com they have everythig and you can send for their flyer(Catalog)or try ebay.com in the information bar type in model trains then click on model rr trains then click HO Scale you can set it for US only and 2000 miles from your home.
cbnut81 1 year ago
Well I thought about being a smartass and saying "i really like your layout" but i figured that I would let you know that I'm glad you filmed your friend's layout, he has done an amazing job on it. Just out of curiosity, what is the size of the layout?
nawrock 1 year ago
@nawrock LOL, yeah I've heard it time and time again on that. Anyways, just a guess, perhaps 50 x 50 if I had to guess, but that ma not be correct.
fjcaron 1 year ago
@fjcaron wow eh that is huge. Well mine isnt that large, its only 28' x 18' 3 levels and in the works. Cheers
nawrock 1 year ago
@nawrock I had hoped to build my own someday, 25 x 37 x 3 levels with an addition of 12 x25 x 2 levels and a intermediate section of 10 x 10 x 2 levels, but alas i'm settling for a switching layout, U-shaped in a 16x18 shaped room x 2 levels with a nice lavatory built in with a closet, can't complain it's better than none, but I'm happy with that space as I've built in there before and it will work. I've given up on the huge dreams and settled on small switching which is my main desire, cheers.
fjcaron 1 year ago
Hey buddy, me and my son just watched your layout and were thrilled with the layout and the neat, clean appearence of it. It sure do have taken 8 years to bring your ideas to reality. well keep me posted when you do another change or addition to the layout. keep up the good work
anarwal73 1 year ago
@anarwal73 Well thanks, but I want to make others and yourself aware this isn't my layout, it is a friends layout named Bruce Friedman, I was visiting him and he allowed for me to video tape and take stills of the layout, I've had several think it was mine, I sure wish it was, but I haven't the space at the given to do so. I am glad though that folks like the video so much, I'm sure Bruce is happy that folks like his layout so much, he's a really great guy and a really friendly tour guide.
fjcaron 1 year ago
Is that a homemade SantaTrain?
emiller72us 1 year ago
el barto was here
MrMuddshovel 1 year ago
how old were u when u started model rr
btafire2 1 year ago
@btafire2 Myself I started when I was about 13yrs old, I'm 39yrs old now. I don't know when Bruce started, probably when he was young like myself.
fjcaron 1 year ago 8
@fjcaron i am 12 now and me and my dad have just started with th trains in HO scale :P today we might be puttng in the mountain and other vegation :) (i am kinsda the landscaper in my family :D) but i ahve a question, can you run two or more locomotives ( not sure if thats spelled right) on one track?
breyernakotalover 4 months ago
This is one bad-ass layout my friend. The eye for detail on this layout is a thing of beauty. I also love that Home Depot! Who ever built it did one Hell of a job! Fantastic video as well. Thanks for sharing this, you've given me a few ideas for my own layout.
walkerbelle 1 year ago
Easily one of the best layouts in the world!
ChrisCovais 1 year ago
Nice layout but does the cameraman have to go around 5:05? LOL
keithmaria31907 1 year ago
your layout is awesome i wish i had that much stuff but your layout looks like it would be fun to run
fillman57 1 year ago
@fillman57 I have to keep telling folks, this isn't my layout, it belongs to a friend Bruce Friedman, just to clarify.
fjcaron 1 year ago
Have any GE C30-7 2 windows?Because I have one.
parrthd1 1 year ago
great layout!
UPSD70MAC 1 year ago
any on ebay
JasonsStories 1 year ago
at 4:24 it shows an auto rack loader was it kitbashed or a kit it looks (same for the loader at 5:54 ki or kitbashed) that auto rack yard in 5:54 is otstanding best one i've ever seen it looks so realalistic, awesome as well as the layout! *****-bnsf9842
bnsf9842 1 year ago
@bnsf9842 I believe those loaders/unloaders are walthers kits that came out several years ago. Bruces layout is just amazing, to see it in person is even more amazing, glad you enjoyed the video.
fjcaron 1 year ago
at 4:24 it shows an auto rack loader was it kitbashed or a kit it looks awesome as well as the layout! *****-bnsf9842
bnsf9842 1 year ago
☆☆☆☆☆
007TheReaper007 1 year ago
This has to be the best train layout I've ever seen. I live in South Philadelphia.
lthalastdon 1 year ago
@lthalastdon I was in Philly for six days and stopped over to visit Bruce to see his layout, he's just in the next state over DE.
fjcaron 1 year ago
I must mention that the industries are top notch, especially the BIDS terminal and the contract car repair shop. Certainly beyond the norm!
mjarail 1 year ago
Dude! Bravo on the layout. Nice to see what can be done with modern image equipment. I especially liked the Home Depot, is it kitbashed?
trainsbybob 1 year ago
@trainsbybob A friend of Bruce's who is an architect I believe commented that he needed one on his layout and offered to build it, it is built from scratch.
fjcaron 1 year ago
@fjcaron at 0:33 was that ur cleaning train it look like it does everything in one pass
gtasandman 1 year ago
Dude! Bravo on the layout, really nice to see the modern image euipment. I especially like the Home Depot model, is it kitbashed?
trainsbybob 1 year ago
Absolutely amazing..the detail is incredible.excellent work..Dartmouth,Nova Scotia
ceilidh1999 1 year ago
That's an awesome layout Bruce has. Just one question, did CSX ever own any F40PH's? Did they ever own a passenger train too? Just curious.
trainster100 1 year ago
@trainster100 Yes they own F40PHs from Amtrak as they do the passenger cars for their business (corporate) trains that tour the system, everything he does on his layout is 100% to date and current, as things change he will reture equipment and replace it with the current stuff, it's really a great system.
fjcaron 1 year ago
That's a great setup. I met a guy last year who has his entire basement all like that and he has ships and boats he makes by hand every piece and they look perfect. One was a Destroyer.
semiautoriflelover 1 year ago
This has got to be the best HO layout that I have seen in a private residance!
WFDHook633 1 year ago
lol you better dread that river its going to flood the bridge hehe.
SaberTanker22 1 year ago
Absoposilutelytively amazingly great layout!
avlisk 1 year ago
awesome work probably the best layout i've seen on here in some time nice work!
upmodeler92 1 year ago
thats beyond amazing
Seaboard1321 1 year ago
Frank, while you were walking around filming, do we hear the locos idling? If so, very cool!
Highspeed110 1 year ago
@Highspeed110 Yes, the decoders have sound modules built in.
fjcaron 1 year ago
@Highspeed110 Or I should say that you can also add sound modules for those that have none included, but most these days include them.
fjcaron 1 year ago
This is a top notch video Frank! Great job! It was great meeting with you and visiting Bruce's layout last weekend!
hoorider13 1 year ago
Dang. That's really impressive. I can't even imagine putting that much time, effort, and I'm sure...lot's of money to build something like that. Very cool.
TulaMosin1891 1 year ago
That is a nice collection.
aaadream 1 year ago
I Live Right Next To The Russell Rail Yard So I See The Real Thing Every Day. My Grandfather Worked On Trains As A Carman At The Raceland Car Shops
KyQuartermasters 1 year ago
@KyQuartermasters Very cool, I was the first in my family to work for the railroad, shame that only lasted 10yrs, but it was fun while it lasted.
fjcaron 1 year ago
what a train set lol. That's amazing
jeffxl12 1 year ago
Absolutely Amazing!
6276Wolfman 1 year ago
Pretty cool man, you have to give credit to someone who can spend that much time out of their life on one project.
thegorrillaman1 1 year ago
You should subscribe to DoctorTankEngine he has awesome looking scale trains and ways to make them more realistic.
VAND4LL 1 year ago
wow so much detail in your explanation...i just always thought they were cool to look at, i used to build plastic models as a kid, but i never got into THAT much detail
DaytonaRoadster 1 year ago
wow! good job.
BeantownJim 1 year ago