Last updated: July 6, 2026 · By Mikkel Hansen
Quick Answer
- Bet types used
- Outside bets (dozens) + inside bets (corners)
- Coverage goal
- 32 of 37 numbers
- Uncovered
- 5 numbers (varies by version)
- Payouts
- Dozen 2:1, corner 8:1
- Note
- Multiple layout variations exist
The Romanovsky Roulette System works by combining several bets on one spin. This page explains the practical layout - what it tries to cover, which bet types are used, and why more than one version exists.
What the Romanovsky Layout Tries to Cover
The goal is broad coverage: get chips on 32 of the 37 European numbers so that most spins land on a covered pocket. The layout is a means to that coverage, not a prediction of the result. For the underlying mechanism, see how the Romanovsky betting strategy works.
Inside Bets and Outside Bets
Roulette bets fall into two groups. Outside bets cover large groups of numbers at lower payouts; inside bets cover small groups at higher payouts. Romanovsky blends both so the coverage is wide while some higher-paying inside bets add value when they land.
Dozen Bets
A dozen bet covers 12 numbers (1–12, 13–24, or 25–36) and pays 2:1. Dozens are the workhorse of the layout because two dozens alone already cover 24 numbers.
Corner Bets
A corner bet covers four adjacent numbers on the table and pays 8:1. Corners are used to extend coverage into the remaining dozen and pick up numbers not covered by the chosen dozens.
32-Number Coverage
By combining dozens and corners, the layout reaches 32 covered numbers out of 37. See the exact Romanovsky coverage probability for how that translates to an 86.48% hit rate.
32 covered ÷ 37 pockets = 86.48% hit probability per spin.
Why Variations Exist
There is no single official Romanovsky layout. Different players choose different dozens and corners, so the specific covered and uncovered numbers vary. What stays constant is the target: cover 32, leave five exposed.
Covered-Number Table
| Bet | Numbers Covered | Payout |
|---|---|---|
| Dozen (1–12) | 12 | 2:1 |
| Dozen (13–24) | 12 | 2:1 |
| Corner bets (25–36 area) | 8 | 8:1 |
| Total covered | 32 | - |
This is one illustrative combination. Other versions swap which dozens and corners are used, which is why the Romanovsky payout scenarios differ slightly between layouts.
Uncovered-Number Warning
Whatever combination you use, five numbers stay uncovered. If the ball lands on any of these Romanovsky uncovered numbers, every bet on the spin loses.
The layout is easiest to place at a single-zero table. If you want to see how the same bets behave on a double-zero wheel, compare the European roulette layout against American roulette.
FAQ
What bets make up the Romanovsky layout?
Common versions combine outside bets such as dozens with inside bets such as corner bets, arranged to cover 32 of the 37 numbers.
Is there one fixed Romanovsky layout?
No. Romanovsky is a family of high-coverage layouts; variations share the goal of covering 32 numbers and leaving five uncovered.
How many numbers does the layout leave uncovered?
Five. The exact uncovered numbers depend on the version you place.