Oval

The simplest continuous layout: two semicircles joined by two straights. The basis of almost every starter set.

Dutch: ovaal
German: Oval

Example

With Märklin C track an oval is made from twelve 24130 curves (R1, 30°) plus 24188 straights (188.3 mm) on both sides.

Märklin C track: articles, geometry and the track planner

Articles using this term

Märklin C Track curved turnouts: a passing loop in the curve
The starter set oval does not fit on your table
How much space do you need for a Fleischmann piccolo layout?
Analogue or digital control?
The tightest curve radius in N and what it means for your baseboard
The helix: gaining height in little space
How much space do you need for a Minitrix layout?
Benchwork: open frame or solid baseboard?
The double slip: when you need one
A TT layout on 140 x 70 cm: what fits?
Gradients: how steep can a model train climb?
Sidings and buffer stops: why and where
How much space do you need for a Piko A-Gleis layout?
Terminus or through station?
Passing loop: how two trains pass each other
An N layout on 100 x 50 cm: what fits?
Your layout will not close: a gap of a few millimetres
Shunting puzzle: designing a small yard
Double oval: two trains at once
How much space do you need for a Roco Line layout?
Shuttle line: running back and forth without a loop
Roco geoLine or Roco Line: the differences side by side
The figure eight: crossing or bridge?
An H0 layout on 240 x 120 cm: what fits?
The oval: the simplest layout and how to expand it
The Auto-designer: layouts from your own track
H0, N, TT or Z: which scale fits your space?
Give your old box of track a second life
The dogbone: a long run on a narrow baseboard
How much space do you need for a Märklin C track layout?
The reversing loop: how it works and how to avoid a short circuit
How to make a track plan in seven steps
An H0 layout on 180 x 90 cm: what fits?
Märklin C track or Märklin K track: the differences side by side

Oval

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