Can a Tiny Layout Do This? Wye Reversal + Turntable Yard Ops

Note: This project is not intended to recreate a specific theme (coal mine, forest line, Japanese style, Western style, etc.).This is a versatile layout base built to enjoy operation and shunting on a compact board.
In this running session, I’ll focus on two highlights:the wye (triangle track) for direction changes and an “exchange move” idea,and the turntable side for engine shed access and parking moves.

Highlights
･ Wye direction change with back-and-forth moves (small space, real operation)
･ A compact “exchange move” idea inside the wye (staged as an off-scene connection)
･ Turntable flow: depart → wye moves → shed entry / siding parking

Build Video (Full Process)
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🛠 Product Details
Base frame size: approx. 900mm x 500mm x 75mm (W x D x H) (35.4" x 19.7" x 3.0")
Scale: 1/87 (HOe / HOn30)
Track gauge: 9mm
Minimum radius: approx. 120mm (4.7")
Track: IMON HOe/HOn30 flexible track, Code 60
Turnouts: IMON HOe/HOn30 R150 left/right turnouts, Code 60
Switch machines: Caboose Industries (#5218S) manual ground throws
Turntable: Narrow Gauge Shop original
Structures: Basswood / craft paper / cork (platform)
Power pack (8x AA batteries): forward/reverse switch / speed control knob / polarity reversing switch
Note: Includes a polyswitch (short-circuit protection)

📌 Shop (overseas)
https://ngs.handcrafted.jp/

📩 For inquiries
narrow_gauge_shop@ae.auone-net.jp

📖 Blog
https://www.narrow-gauge-shop.com/

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