Lionel Fastrack Passing Siding Plans & Guides
Lionel Fastrack Passing Siding Plans
Passing sidings allow multiple train operation and make great locations for trackside accessories while crossings
add more action to your layout in the least amount of space.
Learn about train passing sidings, a crucial element of model railroad layouts, allowing multiple trains to operate smoothly and efficiently. View these guides to help make your siding.
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O31 PASSING SIDING
Tracks are 5 3/16" from center rail to center rail.
TRACK REQUIREMENTS:
1. O31 Right Hand Switch (2 pieces)
2. O31 Left Hand Switch (2 pieces)
3. 1 3/8" straight track (1 piece)
4. 4 1/2" straight track (4 pieces)
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O31 PASSING SIDING WITH CENTER RAIL ISOLATION
Tracks are 5 15/16" from center rail to center rail.
TRACK REQUIREMENTS:
1. O31 Right Hand Switch (2 pieces)
2. O31 Left Hand Switch (2 pieces)
3. 1 3/8" straight track (6 pieces)
4. 4 1/2" straight track (2 pieces)
5. 10" straight track (1 piece)
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O36 PASSING SIDING
Tracks are 6" from center rail to center rail.
TRACK REQUIREMENTS:
1. O36 Left Hand Switch (2 pieces)
2. O36 Right Hand Switch (2 pieces)
3. 10" straight track (4 pieces)
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O36 PASSING SIDING WITH CENTER RAIL ISOLATION
When connecting two loops, each with its own train, use the 1 3/8" section between the two
switches. A separate power supply on each loop will allow independent operation of two
trains. Tracks are roughly 6 3/4" from center rail to center rail.
TRACK REQUIREMENTS:
1. O36 Left Hand Switch (2 pieces)
2. O36 Right Hand Switch (2 pieces)
3. 10" straight track (3 pieces)
4. 5" straight track (1 piece)
5. 4 1/2" straight track (1 piece)
6. 1 3/8" straight track (4 pieces)
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O48 PASSING SIDING
Tracks are 6 7/16" from center rail to center rail.
TRACK REQUIREMENTS:
1. O48 Left Hand Switch (2 pieces)
2. O48 Right Hand Switch (2 pieces)
3. 10" straight track (1 piece)
4. 4 1/2" straight track (2 pieces)
5. 1 3/4" straight track (2 pieces)
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O48 PASSING SIDING WITH CENTER RAIL ISOLATION
When connecting two loops, each with its own train, use the 1 3/8" section between the two
switches as shown to the right. A separate power supply on each loop will allow independent
operation of two trains. Tracks are roughly 7 1/8" from center rail to center rail.
TRACK REQUIREMENTS:
1. O48 Left Hand Switch (2 pieces)
2. O48 Right Hand Switch (2 pieces)
3. 10" straight track (1 piece)
4. 4 1/2" straight track (2 pieces)
5. 1 3/4" straight track (10 pieces)
6. 1 3/8" straight track (5 pieces)
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O60 PASSING SIDING WITH CENTER RAIL ISOLATION
Both switches are supplied with 1 3/8" extenders. Tracks are 6" from center rail to center rail.
TRACK REQUIREMENTS:
1. O60 Left Hand Switch with no 1 3/8" roadbed between switches (2 pieces)
2. O60 Right Hand Switch with no 1 3/8" roadbed between switches (2 pieces)
3. 10" straight track (1 piece)
4. 5" straight track (3 pieces)
5. 4 1/2" straight track (4 pieces)
6. 1 3/4" straight track (6 pieces)
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O72 PASSING SIDING WITH CENTER RAIL ISOLATION
Both switches are supplied with 1 3/8" extenders. Tracks are 6" from center rail to center rail.
TRACK REQUIREMENTS:
1. O72 Left Hand Switch with 1 3/8" extensions (2 pieces)
2. O72 Right Hand Switch with 1 3/8" extensions (2 pieces)
3. 10" straight track (2 pieces)
4. 5" straight track (1 piece)
5. 1 3/4" straight track (12 pieces)
6. 1 3/8" straight track (5 pieces)
