I know how to measure a switch for it’s size like a #5. But, is there a standard for the overall length of a #5? Or a length from the frog to the points?
Thanks for any help.
Terry
#5 diverges 1 unit for every lenght of run Terry.
I know the diversion math. I’m wondering if there is a formula for the entire length of the switch.
Here’s a link http://www.prototrains.com/turnout/turnout.html
You still need to convert to whichever scale you want and then there is this item http://urbaneagle.com/data/Turnout_Calculator.zip based on prototype data.
Hans is your man for this type of info Terry