Santa Fe’s Albuquerque Division.

This article from Model Railroader provides a detailed account of the process of designing and constructing an HO scale version of the ATSF's Third District in 1953. The author shares their personal experience of joining a model railroad club, finding a suitable space for their layout, and making specific design choices. They also discuss the challenges and considerations involved in accurately modeling various locations along the Albuquerque Division's Third District. The article emphasizes the importance of representing both freight and passenger operations in the layout, and highlights the use of a timetable and train-order system for realistic train operations. The goal is to operate the layout every two months. [Extracted from the article]