Pike

Jersey Central N-Trak Modular Pike
Jersey Central N-Trak has been a fixture at these shows. Using standardized modules, they can assemble a large layout in a relatively short time. Each module is its own scene, as well.

PIKE"Railroad
PIN AHEAD AND PICK UP TWO BEHIND ONE"Cut off the engine, pick up three cars from siding, put two on the train, and set the first one back on the siding
PIN FOR HOME"Go home for the day ...

Pike, J., (2001), Track, Sutton Publishing, ISBN 0-7509-2692-9
Simulation of the Dynamic Behavior of Bedding-Foundation-Soil in the Time Domain, Firuziaan, M., Estorff, o., Springer Verlag, 2002
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Pike
A model railroad layout.
Pilot
Correct nomenclature for the guard structure at the front of a steam locomotive; often called a "cowcatcher." ...

Once the era is determined, look at the railroad that you are either modeling or using, as a guide to determine what the operating rules are that you will use on your pike.

Now during the course of all of this, we are still peddling down the pike with our train.

Consider it a handy abbreviation that describes not only the modeling scale but also the track gauge used for a particular model pike. The "n" signals that it is narrow gauge -- in this case, 3 feet. (Standard gauge track has rails 4'8-1/2" apart.

Pike - A model railroad.
Pilot - Structure at the front of a locomotive for sweeping tracks, often called a cowcatcher; ...

Until next time, when we delve into mixed gauge, do some Gandy Dancing on your pike.
Bill Williams " The Ancient One
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In model railroading, the term applied to an arrangement of tracks on a table or platform; also commonly applied to the complete assembly of tracks, accessories, and scenery. See also, "Pike."
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See also: Train, Track, Layout, Scale, Switch