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What is model railway ballast inlay?
Ballast inlays are sponge strips designed for placement under model railway track to cushion it whilst replicating ballast.
Inlay for straight and curved track sections is typically supplied on a roll but specific sections are required for points and crossovers etc.
A nice feature of ballast inlay is the track profile moulded into it that ensures the ballast effect reaches the tops of the sleepers. Another advantage of using ballast inlay is the cushioning effect that results in the quieter running of trains.
There are, however, a few negative aspects of using a ballast inlay. The first is its requirement to be replaced after around five or six years due to it perishing. Another potential downside is that its popularity amongst modellers is dwindling and production appears to be decreasing by comparison. The reason for the lack of enthusiasm is likely because real ballast simply looks better, although it should be pointed out that real ballast can be applied on top of the inlay to produced a prototypical raised track bed.
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