Is T-Trak here to stay? Right now in the situation I'm in having recently moved and not being settled in for at least another year, it definitely has some appealing qualities.
It is my understanding that this was a Japanese idea for modeling rapid transit and streetcar layouts and that the "T" stood for traction or trolley. But, if you're modeling a railroad using four axle Diesels and freight cars of 50 ft. length or less, it should work well for you. My layout is 24" by 48" and fits into a bookcase-cabinet built for it. It was built in New Orleans. then moved to Atlanta, Fort Wayne, Woodbridge, VA, and three different locations on Florida's Forgotten Coast. So you might consider something similar as a temporary alternative as well as T-track.
I cannot recall when I first heard of T-Trak. But the concept has been around a while. And in the States since at least the 1990's. No matter whether it's here to stay, or not, if it works for your needs, that's all that matters. Boxcab E50
I wonder if the same question was asked about NTrak in the early 1970's. Of course only time will tell if TTrak will take off in the same manner.
http://t-trak.cincy.home.insightbb.com/ I actually saw a T-trak setup at the Cincy Div. 7 train show a couple years ago. Very interesting. This and N-trak aren't the style of railroading I like, but you might find this appealing. Frank
I use T-Track for classes I teach for 10-15 year olds at the local train museum. They get exposed to model railroading, learn scenicing techniques and get to keep a small module for a display diorama or if they decide to continue on, use it as part of a layout or a portion of a group display whether just with like minded friends or a club. I lent my corners out to a guy working with Boy Scouts for a Merit Badge too.
I'm in a situation where I won't have a permanent layout for some time. I see it as an avenue to practice my scenery skills for when that time comes. The small size is the most appealing aspect for me. One step up from laying Unitrack on the kitchen table. The first module will be done on a 1" x 10" using the stacked 1/2" foam method as shown on http://t-trak.cincy.home.insightbb.com. Wood has been purchased. I start cutting tomorrow.
