The Best and Most Detailed Large - Scale Model Railroad layout in the World 4K UHD

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  • THE SUNDANCE CENTRAL RAILROAD - The Sundance was formed in January 2004 with the goal to create a more detailed and uniformly scened, large-scale traveling layout. This 1:20.3 scale modular model railroad consisting of forty modules for a layout size of 45 feet by 45 feet. The railroad consists of 400 feet of hand laid code 250 aluminum rails that are hand spiked with individual tie plates onto wood ties with a total of 16 turn-outs.
    The modular was built by a group of seven model train enthusiasts. This diverse group is made up of people who have a passion of early narrow gauge steam locomotives to modern day standard gauge diesels.
    The purpose for forming this modular group was to provide the public a realistic look at model railroading in a large-scale format. The modules are highly detailed from the scratch built supporting structures and buildings down to the surrounding scenery. The trains and rolling stock that will be running on these modules will also be highly detailed and weathered.
    Address: 2645 Success Dr, Odessa, FL 33556
    Web: www.finescalemodeling.org
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  • @user-ki9ly1uy1w
    @user-ki9ly1uy1w Před 2 měsíci +6

    This isn't just a model train; this is a time machine. Took me back to my childhood in the 40's. Obviously, this is a true American treasure and should probably windup in the Smithsonian Museum at some point to be taken care of forever and ever.

  • @Loulovesspeed
    @Loulovesspeed Před 2 lety +52

    This layout is at such an exceptional level of realism and outstanding detail, that no amount of words could possibly do it justice. Magnificent!

    • @magnificentmuttley2084
      @magnificentmuttley2084 Před 2 lety +1

      I couldn’t have said that any better. It really is an exceptional railroad/railway project. Regards from Northern Ireland. ☘️

    • @Madtech19
      @Madtech19 Před měsícem +1

      Speechless!

  • @andrewway3404
    @andrewway3404 Před 2 lety +10

    Doesn't matter how old you are, the love of trains can be enjoyed anytime !

  • @airfiero4772
    @airfiero4772 Před 4 lety +14

    I’ve probably seen thousands of layouts in person, pictures or videos. This might be the most exhaustively detailed layout I’ve ever seen. Just wow.

  • @daveanderson6248
    @daveanderson6248 Před 5 lety +392

    I believe this is the finest modeling I have ever seen. The overall detail, attention to proportion, weathering, and scenery techniques are astonishing.

    • @fromthistexasbreath
      @fromthistexasbreath Před 5 lety +17

      I agree. This has got to be world class. It's clear that every inch has been carefully considered and modelled. Nothing here looks half-assed and done the easy way. On top of that, 1/20.3 is hardly a common scale so I'm sure the majority of everything must have been scratch built too. Would be amazing to see in person!

    • @zarroth
      @zarroth Před 5 lety +9

      only thing I noticed missing were the chains shouldn't be dangling on the cars loaded with the logs. they should be strapped up over the logs to hold them on. Otherwise, awesome.

    • @boomingevils1614
      @boomingevils1614 Před 5 lety +2

      True

    •  Před 5 lety

      @@zarroth It looks a lot more beautiful when the steel chains are dangling loosely, rather than tightly installed.

    • @nlo114
      @nlo114 Před 5 lety +5

      @@zarroth I'm sure the lumber-yard staff will be reprimanded before the next shift ;-) Apart from the dangerous health and safety lapses a splendid layout!

  • @garygullikson6349
    @garygullikson6349 Před rokem +7

    The engines and rolling stock are impressive but the mechanical animation is exquisite in scale appearance and realism of movement. The realism of buildings and people figures beyond amazing. Keeping this all working must require as much skill as the original building and "tweaking" to get it working as desired. Congratulations to all involved.

  • @ecoRfan
    @ecoRfan Před rokem +3

    Sundance Central is the G.O.A.T. of model railroading

  • @mmsbhogal290
    @mmsbhogal290 Před 5 lety +6

    By far, this is the most realistic model railway I have ever come across. Apart from rail engines & wagons, the minute details are incredible. A welder, a barber, a painter painting a nude portrait, bulls pulling wooden carts loaded with logs, everything looks so real & familiar.

  • @bessiebraveheart
    @bessiebraveheart Před 3 lety +3

    Hi from England. I thought my layout was good, but this is the best I've ever seen, I'm 75 and I seen some. FANTASTIC. thank you.

  • @cingcat3721
    @cingcat3721 Před rokem +7

    I have watched 1000s of model train layouts,and this is by far the best one I've ever seen. The realilizem is Disney-esk. I'm not sure Disney could top this. I believe the nudity is a little over the top, especially for a model train layout,but there isn't a close second to what's been done on this. They knocked it out of the park

  • @firescry69
    @firescry69 Před měsícem +1

    Boy, I'll tell you what. If my Daddy was still alive, he'd be happier than a pig in mud to see this in person. The amount of detail is incredible. He was WAY into Model trains for years and would hand carve his own mountians and paint them the right color, add each tree and make sure they were just right. He did N scale which is much smaller than this. He'd be right there with you guys running those train, comig up wth Train schedules and a Duty roster for the day for each locamotive.

  • @jimstrainsandstuff9539
    @jimstrainsandstuff9539 Před 5 lety +5

    I am almost speechless!!!!!! What can be done with LGB size models is just stunning. An hour or two's work there for sure. To the three thousand people it took to construct this masterpiece; very well done.

    • @jimstrainsandstuff9539
      @jimstrainsandstuff9539 Před 5 lety +1

      @Lactrix That was just my weird Australian sense of humour. Sorry you didn't get it. Very nice job all the same.

  • @cingcat3721
    @cingcat3721 Před rokem +3

    Anyone could watch this video 200 times and not see it all. Incredible It's by far the most detailed layout I've ever seen. The weathering is absolutely stunning. The only correct way to watch this is to stop and start and view it frame by frame

  • @lobstrosity7163
    @lobstrosity7163 Před rokem +3

    Incredible. You don't need to know much about model railways to appreciate this masterpiece. My only remark is the humans could have less saturated colors to better blend in with the realistic environment.

  • @muss1951
    @muss1951 Před 5 lety +4

    I saw this in person, and this video does not begin to show the quality, reality, high detailing, and exquisite modeling that these guys put together. This is my favorite RR I have ever seen in my 50 plus years of model RR

  • @elleryparsons5766
    @elleryparsons5766 Před 3 lety +1

    How could you Not love This Layout? This is what Model Railroading Looks like At it’s Best.No Doubt.

  • @JamesLewis-mp9zn
    @JamesLewis-mp9zn Před 5 lety +22

    I've been in the hobby for almost 60 years and this has got to be one one the best in the country. Well done!!!!!!!!!!

  • @javanbirdbluerusselling5285

    This is the most incredible model I've ever seen!!! Even out in a visible welding arc! Incredible!!

  • @captainmorgan757
    @captainmorgan757 Před 5 lety +10

    The simulated cloud-to-cloud lighting (upper left portion of the screen) at 1:05 is a nice and quite unique addition. The detail is beyond my vocabulary!

  • @kulbirkhadka3766
    @kulbirkhadka3766 Před 3 lety +1

    I do not understand why people 'dislike' posts like these, what's there to dislike here? Simply beats me.

  • @CountryBoy109945
    @CountryBoy109945 Před 3 lety +10

    This is fantastic, such a beautiful and detailed layout. I could stare at this all day. I've always loved trains and model trains since I was a kid. Probably because my grandfather is a train dealer. Every summer they would take me and my brothers to the real and model train museums in Lancaster, PA.

  • @eschnitger
    @eschnitger Před 5 lety +112

    Truly an amazing layout...

  • @mrosskamp47
    @mrosskamp47 Před 5 lety +2

    My father was a model railroader, HO scale. His model realism was very close to this layout. This video shows a very professional layout. Very impressive! I just want to shrink myself and jump right into the layout and play!. My dad would have loved it! Thanks guys!

  • @juanmanuelrodriguez2022
    @juanmanuelrodriguez2022 Před 4 lety +2

    Muchas felicidades por su gran trabajo y mucha imaginación y su tiempo

  • @starshine419
    @starshine419 Před 3 lety +4

    Quite an amazing model railway... fantastic engines and rolling stock ... the moving figures.... even the grass growing by the tracks looks real !

  • @martinroberts8469
    @martinroberts8469 Před 5 lety +124

    Astonishing detail, weathering, etc. and some great little 'cameos'.

  • @jrcrawford4
    @jrcrawford4 Před 5 lety +1

    That Shay is just beautiful.

  • @lucaspascual5956
    @lucaspascual5956 Před 4 lety +9

    CZcams shouldn't even show the option for thumbs down for this masterpiece.

  • @jorgesabater8640
    @jorgesabater8640 Před 4 lety +4

    Excelente. Obra maestra!

  • @pnwRC.
    @pnwRC. Před 5 lety +13

    The amount of detail that went into this layout is incredible. I LOVE the animation that's been incorporated into it as well.

  • @pedritocadenasaranda4710
    @pedritocadenasaranda4710 Před 4 lety +2

    Que hermoso video.
    Los que crecimos cerca de una estacion ferroviaria sentimos esa nostalgia por esos momentos maravillosos cuando el tren llegaba y se mostraba imponente, la gente subía y bajaba y los trabajadores no para de realizar sus tareas.
    En mi país los trenes ya son muy pocos, yo vivo cerca de una estacion y de vez en cuando aún se escuchan estos sonidos maravillosos.
    Gracias por compartir!!
    Saludos desde México!!

  • @Greenfluent1
    @Greenfluent1 Před rokem +4

    Wow, I am insanely impressed by the detail on this layout, and everything, the bushes, the grass, the trees, the trains and the railroad, even the house's and people is all made by people! The amount of effort this took is incredible, I'm very impressed.

  • @jaivkoltun4948
    @jaivkoltun4948 Před 4 lety +4

    10 Min. 13 Sec. of PURE MAGIC !!! . . . My heartfelt appreciation to all who built this absolute work of art. . . Sublime. . .

    • @ecoRfan
      @ecoRfan Před rokem

      This layout is pure magic indeed.

  • @RANDALLOLOGY
    @RANDALLOLOGY Před 5 lety +8

    That layout looked so real with all the little detail of real life back in the day. AWSOM !!

  • @Eugwel
    @Eugwel Před 4 lety +2

    Now THIS is how it's done! Period. That rolling stock is phenomenal.

  • @user-ry6xl7pn7i
    @user-ry6xl7pn7i Před 2 lety +8

    This can only be described as exceptional. Great work, they can be very proud of what they have accomplished here.

  • @johnrettig1880
    @johnrettig1880 Před 5 lety +5

    Thank You Guys for the salute to good old West Side Lumber Co .
    Through the 50's and part of the 60's. My family worked for West Side . Grate to see the equipment on anyone's layout .

  • @trevorgwelch7412
    @trevorgwelch7412 Před 5 lety +3

    Absolutely A Railroaders Dream Layout , Makes You Want To Go Back In Time. An Era Sadly Gone By .

  • @markframe6457
    @markframe6457 Před 2 lety +2

    One of the best train sets I've seen as far as detailed work,... Rock on

  • @davidtvedt7597
    @davidtvedt7597 Před rokem +2

    Wonderful! Who ever put this together is a creative genius, Bravo!

  • @RavennaRailfan4070
    @RavennaRailfan4070 Před 5 lety +70

    Man this is so real! I feel like I’m railfanning a logging railroad out west while watching this

  • @tadream4561
    @tadream4561 Před 4 lety +3

    I never get tired of watching this video.
    I see something different each time.
    The detail is incredible!

  • @Hanguanjun68
    @Hanguanjun68 Před 7 měsíci +2

    0:40 that's a really amazing locomotive

  • @nathant.vaughn838
    @nathant.vaughn838 Před 5 lety +1

    Model trains are always so satisfying to watch

  • @Captain_Char
    @Captain_Char Před 5 lety +38

    those thunder clouds where a nice touch, I kind of wish to put a camera on a flat car to see what a train ride would look like on this setup from a passengers point of view

  • @guitarstevie2
    @guitarstevie2 Před 5 lety +10

    Amazing! I've built a few layouts in my day, and can really appreciate the attention to detail you guys have. I've never enjoyed a model RR video more. Thanks

  • @stevemoody4205
    @stevemoody4205 Před 5 lety +1

    Most realistic looking one I've ever seen by far . Nice music too. Probably got many years of work in that one

  • @muthrfuqrjonz3530
    @muthrfuqrjonz3530 Před 3 lety +2

    For the 400 thumbs down 👎🏼 you can see the obvious lack of decency haha. They must hate themselves as well because these are completely fantastic on its worst review 👍🏼 absolutely astonishing & incredible work sir👊🏼

  • @mclifer
    @mclifer Před 5 lety +8

    The perfect era done perfectly. Outstanding!

  • @PoBoyRacing80
    @PoBoyRacing80 Před 5 lety +6

    EXCELLENT layout and detail!!!!! I could watch this for hours and still find new things that I missed before!!! I can only imagine how many man hours were put into this fine display!!!!! Thanks for sharing!!!!

  • @gregdeal4009
    @gregdeal4009 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Masters piece of a display. I'd love to see this in VR.

  • @user-mf1kz8em4j
    @user-mf1kz8em4j Před měsícem +1

    Nothing but PURE ART! Absolutely mind blowing… could watch for hours …. 👁️👁️

  • @glenbattye4699
    @glenbattye4699 Před 3 lety +4

    Absolutely incredible, awesome detail. Not overly cluttered and expertly done. One of the nicest sites I’ve seen.

  • @brianzane4778
    @brianzane4778 Před 4 lety +6

    This is a really cool layout. It even has “cast iron” wheels in the wheel garden.lots of attention to detail. Weeds growing between the tracks and a bordello.

  • @jamesgrossman1797
    @jamesgrossman1797 Před rokem +2

    I agree , this is the finast detailed model railroad I've ever seen!

  • @leno4920
    @leno4920 Před 3 lety +2

    What an amazing slice of American Pie. Truly spectacular & engrossing. Most layouts have plenty going on on the tracks but sadly they are forced to operate within a static 'snaoshot' diorama .... but this layout is different because it portrays 19th century American life going on together with action on the tracks. The Railroad is undoubtedly the star of The Show but here it shares the stage with a large supporting cast. Truly engrossing. Modelling to this scale opens up so many more possibilities. I'd love to see a British layout after this fashion.

  • @the10thleper
    @the10thleper Před 5 lety +4

    The best, Blue Ribbon! I love the early 1900 setting. Even the clouds are wonderful. I will judge all other railroads by this. Thank you for incredible detail and dedication.

  • @bigniper
    @bigniper Před 5 lety +7

    Impressed. Absolutely Brilliant Modeling. Want one for Christmas.

  • @williamschlenger1518
    @williamschlenger1518 Před 5 lety +1

    Cant say enough.The Forrest, the rolling stock, bridges, wonderful

  • @turndroid234
    @turndroid234 Před 4 lety +1

    Very realistic. The weathering, rust, paint etc. I've never seen anything like it. Exemplary is an understatement. Others I've seen look like just ordinary toys with clean paintings...this is highly detailed.

  • @nickmaurer3186
    @nickmaurer3186 Před 5 lety +16

    This is the best layout I have ever seen.
    The time period is fantastic, loved it very much.

  • @jrewing5886
    @jrewing5886 Před 5 lety +3

    Modeling of this nature is epic. The sights, sounds just adding to the desired outcome. True artistry at its most finest. I took away one very significant thing: Railroading in America is the best period. Great job🎥🚂🚂

  • @timothysullivan4130
    @timothysullivan4130 Před rokem +2

    The freakin dogs tail is wagging! RU KIDDIN ME?! NO WORDS, just the best layout EVER!!👏👏👏☝️☝️☝️

  • @markielinhart
    @markielinhart Před 3 lety +2

    That sweet little Shay! 👏🌹✌️🇦🇺

  • @wanderingwildman7861
    @wanderingwildman7861 Před 5 lety +7

    Stunning! I can't recall ever seeing such detail. Just brilliant!

  • @mercmarc
    @mercmarc Před rokem +3

    Amazing. Its so lifelike it feels like stepping back in time.

  • @shelleibach20
    @shelleibach20 Před 3 lety +1

    All I can say is WOW....Best detailed and realistic setup I have ever seen......What a treat...

  • @mrk1075
    @mrk1075 Před rokem +2

    It’s like a picture from the past that has come to life. 🙂

  • @spencerbass7142
    @spencerbass7142 Před 5 lety +41

    Beautiful! The attention to detail is incredible.

  • @Mbase-apollo
    @Mbase-apollo Před 4 lety +14

    the ground looks fantastic. best i've ever seen. hell everything looks awesome,

  • @KEKKREEM
    @KEKKREEM Před rokem +2

    Amazing work. Detail and finish is top quality. Well done!

  • @ephraimwatkins7229
    @ephraimwatkins7229 Před 5 lety +8

    These people deserve a medal or a trophy

  • @ActNaturally
    @ActNaturally Před 5 lety +45

    Quality looks better than some old Western movies!!
    WOW super clear!! PERFECT!! Like the one with the logs!!
    Awesome video, thanks for sharing! Have a great day!! THUMBS UP 👍

  • @jorgdorfel8061
    @jorgdorfel8061 Před 4 lety

    Could watch this for hours and think bout ancient times. People were physical working hard, but lived in a chilled spirit. Not that fast running strained stress like today. They had time, and they used it thoughtfully. They had a view for the real important things. Not perfect everything, but reflecting grounded life. And that's what this model railroad system conveys. Love it so much... (But guys: You reconstructed that naturalness perfectly! No doubt about!)

  • @19tractor52
    @19tractor52 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I think this is the best I've ever seen.....just amazing. Thanks for posting!

  • @ClassRoutinesRENEEsFunClips

    Hi friend. Fantastic large scale model. Love the scenery, layout, stationary + moving figures. Simply amazing + most enjoyable to watch. Like 24.

  • @AMIAmigaman
    @AMIAmigaman Před 5 lety +6

    The most beautiful layout I've ever seen. Thank you for posting this. Hope to get to see it someday.

  • @bobbytaylor4058
    @bobbytaylor4058 Před rokem +2

    A remainder of days gone, when times were more Simpler

  • @geraldbartosch1261
    @geraldbartosch1261 Před 4 lety

    WOW, sehr viel liebe zum detail...wie ein Zeitsprung in eine längst vergangene Zeit....wunderschön zum ansehen

  • @SukoYote
    @SukoYote Před 5 lety +5

    Holy cow! That is so well detailed, Hollywood could just use footage from this, instead of building their own sets! Seriously, very well done!

  • @Rayoflight1975
    @Rayoflight1975 Před 5 lety +8

    This is the dream layout. Love it

  • @bardstables8909
    @bardstables8909 Před 5 lety +1

    I did this for a living a while back. Build dioramas that is. I loved every minute of it. I must say this is excellent work. As someone who knows a thing or two about it I'd say a lot of time and money was invested into this. Something to be proud of and a job well done.

  • @coinslotsandjoysticks2572

    This is awesome, one of the best I have seen, looks just like it did growing up in the 20 and 30,s

  • @MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS
    @MetalMania3DTV-TAS-AUS Před 4 lety +8

    196 thumbs down quite obvious there jealous people in the world, im back again for about the 10th time still seeing and finding more, fantastic workmanship cheers KC Tasmania Australia

  • @dutchdude5400
    @dutchdude5400 Před 4 lety +3

    Those clouds with the lightning : awesome!

  • @stevehollingbery9744
    @stevehollingbery9744 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Like a trip through time….fantastic.

  • @eaglealanuk
    @eaglealanuk Před 4 lety +2

    This model is simply a pleasure to the eye, the detailing is astounding on scenery and rolling stock.

  • @lopezmt5
    @lopezmt5 Před 5 lety +11

    When I first saw the men shoveling coal, for a spilt second I thought it was real... Amazing!

  • @jovetj
    @jovetj Před 5 lety +7

    Just slightly larger than "G" scale.
    Stunning effort and result. A masterpiece of art! The amount of time and work that went into this boggles the mind. Hats off... I am very happy you shared this with us. Thank you!

    • @michaelramsey82
      @michaelramsey82 Před 2 lety +1

      The track gauge for Fn3 is the same as G scale (45 millimeters). Although the actual models are slightly larger, they are close enough that they can be run together with G scale (1:22.5) equipment and look fine. Bachmann's Spectrum large scale items are actually Fn3, while their standard line "Big Haulers" items are G.

  • @brerrabbit4265
    @brerrabbit4265 Před 5 lety +1

    I love it. I'm in the process of complety refurbishing my father's postwar Lionel 671 with plans to build a WW2 era diorama. That brothel is my favorite.

  • @radioactivelarry
    @radioactivelarry Před 4 lety +1

    By far that is one of the most rustic detailed layouts ever. Absolutly fantastic!

  • @marcushume2240
    @marcushume2240 Před 3 lety +4

    Extraordinary, l have never ever seen such fine detail in model railroading such as this. Just beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

  • @azmike1
    @azmike1 Před 5 lety +30

    One of the best I’ve seen.
    Beautiful.

  • @DennisMoore664
    @DennisMoore664 Před 5 lety +2

    Stunning work! I especially love when the artists add little touches of humor and life's poignant moments like at 3:24 with the kids climbing the tree to watch the artist painting the picture of the scantily-clad young woman. Very funny.

  • @htcu-rchobby5522
    @htcu-rchobby5522 Před 2 lety +2

    Greetings to all the "Need4Life" team. Really amazing and very nice to see, as the title "The Best and Most Detailed Large - Scale Model Railroad layout in the World" says, I personally think the same and I totally agree. Millions of thanks for sharing this wonder with us and inspiring us when making our layouts to make an effort in all details. This Layout make us dream. Thanks thousands. Best Regards

  • @Debug43
    @Debug43 Před 5 lety +13

    What a Beautiful work of art...congrats on the detail.

  • @stevenspaziani9159
    @stevenspaziani9159 Před 5 lety +5

    Truly amazing layout, great scenery, great sound and animation. A layout to be truly proud of.

  • @lowtech5530
    @lowtech5530 Před 5 lety +4

    I can't imagine the thought that went into making this. The best I have ever seen.

  • @leebrooke1831
    @leebrooke1831 Před 5 lety +2

    This amazing detail wouldn’t be obvious if it weren’t for the fantastic video closeups. Big hats off to all.

  • @zackp.3940
    @zackp.3940 Před 5 lety +10

    Enjoyed every second of it. Music was perfect too!