Module Construction Methods

Keep in mind there are other methods to build a module that meet the proper interconnection standards (i.e. track height). Several of these are covered in the Unofficial T-Trak Handbook such as the "Module on a plank" method.

The following methods require different tools and materials and have their advantages and disadvantages, however, the most important thing to know is that there is no standard method for module construction.

• Lumber
  • Typical Method - Quarter Inch Material
    • Model Railroader Video - T-TRAK Group Project, Part 1¹
  • Building Modules with 1x3s
  • Open Framework
  • Open Framework 3 Legged Variation
  • Making a module with a router
• Foam
  • Foam on a Plank
  • Foam Board
  • Gatorboard (foamcore)
• Other Materials
  • Corrugated Cardboard
  • Cuties - Clementine Crate
  • Corrugated Plastic
  • Wooden Painting Panels
• Commercial Kits:
  • Masterpiece Modules
    • How to assemble video
  • CMR Products
  • Kato & Woodland Scenics Kits
  • T-Kits.com - This company closed in July 2018 with the passing of its owner Terry Nathan

If you know of another construction method please feel free to document it here.

Footnotes

1. At the 3:55 mark the MRV video shows a drawing from the T-TRAK Wiki but fails to credit the craftsman/draftsman Bob Middleton.