The first layout illustrated here is the Tomy AFX 4-Way Challenge. It combines the AFX Super International Challenge and 4-Way Split race sets described above to create a challenging 4-lane raceway with a lap length of just under 38 feet per lane.

This entire raceway fits on a single 4 x 8 foot table and can be built using only those track sections included in the two race sets. This race track makes extensive use of 12" radius turns to create a fast raceway.

This race track incorporates a technically challenging infield section to test both driving skills and chassis setup. Combining the International Challenge and 4-Way Split race sets provides a convenient and cost effective means of creating an interesting 4-lane raceway in a minimum of space.

The second layout illustrated here is the Tuckaway 25. It uses the AFX Super International Racing Set described above as the base with only a few additional pieces of straight track. This is a great first layout for new racers or returning HO enthusiasts. This racing circuit, including permanent table can be built in only a few hours.

This entire raceway fits on a single 36" x 80" table and can be built for under $250.00. In addition to a Super International Challenge set this layout can be built with only (4) 9 inch straights and (4) 15 inch straight sections.

Tuckaway 25 Lane Lengths:

Along with AFX Super G-Plus and Tyco 440x2 cars, I often run my older Aurora Model Motoring Thunderjets on this layout. Racing the old Thunderjets from the 1960's on this type layout can be very exciting. While not as fast as  modern traction magnet-equipped cars, the T-Jets can still be quite a handful to drive due to their narrow tires and lower cornering speeds.

This raceway also fits on a single 36" x 80" table like the Tuckaway 25 illustrated above. This particular layout incorporates an overpass section to provide for longer, faster straights.

In addition to a Super International Challenge set this layout can be built with (8) 15 inch straights, (6) 9 inch straights and (6) 12 inch turn sections.

The table below lists the Tomy AFX track sections required to build the Paper Clip raceway:

4  -
3  -
6  -
12  -
1 -

2  -

6" Radius 1/8 Turn
9" Radius 1/8 Turns
9" Radius 1/4 Turns
12" Radius 1/8 Turns
15" Radius 1/8 Turn

15" Power Tracks

Paper Clip Raceway Lane Lengths:

This raceway also fits on a single 36" x 80" table like the Tuckaway 25 illustrated above. This particular layout incorporates an overpass section to create identical lap lengths of just over 21 feet per lane.

In addition to a Super International Challenge set this layout can be built with only (8) 9 inch straights and (4) 12 inch turn sections.

The table below lists the Tomy AFX track sections required to build the Neubauer raceway:

8  -
18  -
10  -

2  -

6" Radius 1/8 Turn
9" Radius 1/8 Turns
12" Radius 1/8 Turns

15" Power Terminal Tracks

This 2-lane raceway also fits on a single 36" x 80" table like the Tuckaway 25 illustrated above. This particular layout can be built using the Tomy AFX Super International and one (1) additional 15" straight to create lap lengths of just over 36 feet per lane.

The table below lists the Tomy AFX track sections required to build the Oak Creek raceway:

4  -
6  -
5  -
4  -
1  -

2  -

6" Radius 1/8 Turn
9" Radius 1/4 Turns
9" Radius 1/8 Turns
12" Radius 1/8 Turns
15" Radius 1/8 Turn

15" Power Terminal Tracks

The layout illustrated below fits on a single 4x8 foot table and provides a lap length of 35 feet per lane. The infield section is fast and provides a challenging technical section.

Cars travel counter-clockwise on the outer portion of the track. The main straight leads into a 90 degree right-hand turn followed by a 225 degree hairpin section. Upon exiting the hairpin the cars must negotiate a pair of 45 degree left-hand turns before accelerating down the infield straight.

A decreasing radius turn at the end of the infield straight feeds onto a short chute followed by a sweeping carousel turn before exiting out and onto the back straight. A pair of 90 degree left-hand turns punctuated with a medium-speed straight leads back onto the main straight again.

The table below lists the Tomy AFX track sections required to build the Ravinia 33 raceway:

6  -
23  -
18  -
1  -

6" Radius 1/8 Turn
9" Radius 1/8 Turns
12" Radius 1/8 Turns
15" Radius 1/8 Turns

This design is ideal for modern Tomy AFX slot cars as well as older Model Motoring Thunderjets. If you're looking for a race track design that will be both challenging and still fit on a smaller 4x8 foot table this is a great raceway to build.