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Scaleseven (S7)

Developed directly from the prototype, ScaleSeven modelling uses the minimum of scaling compromises to produce the most accurate models. ScaleSeven uses a track gauge of 33mm which is the exact 7mm scale representation of the prototype.

Advantages

  • Prototype drawings used for model construction do not require modifications to accommodate wheelsets.
  • Trackwork can be an exact scale copy of the prototype.
  • Many 7mm kits can be adapted or modified to run on ScaleSeven trackwork.

Disadvantages

  • There is limited equipment commercially available specifically for ScaleSeven
  • Wheelsets and track are not compatible with any of the 32mm gauge standards.
  • Reduced tolerances demand a high standard of workmanship.
  • Rolling stock requires sprung or compensated wheelsets.
  • Curves must be closer to prototype than other standards requiring more space for a given layout.

The Scale 7 Society publishes information on track standards on their website:
https://www.scaleseven.org.uk/index.php?id=67

revisedmanual/scaleseven.txt · Last modified: 2021/09/22 14:16 by 127.0.0.1