Atlas HO Code 100 Track Bumpers – 2-Pack – ATL843

Atlas HO Code 100 Track Bumpers – 2-Pack – ATL843 provides two track-end bumpers for finishing stub-ended tracks on HO scale model railroad layouts. Designed for the Atlas HO Code 100 track system, these bumpers create a defined stopping point at the end of tracks where locomotives and rolling stock cannot continue.

Track bumpers are commonly found at the ends of yard tracks, industrial sidings, storage tracks, terminal tracks and other dead-end railroad tracks. In addition to providing an important functional detail, adding a bumper gives the end of a model railroad track a much more complete and prototypical appearance.

What Does a Model Railroad Track Bumper Do?

A track bumper is installed at the end of a stub-ended or dead-end track. Its purpose is to provide a physical stopping point at the end of the rails and help prevent rolling stock from simply continuing beyond the end of the track.

On an HO scale layout, bumpers are especially useful anywhere a turnout leads into a track that does not reconnect with the mainline. Common applications include classification yards, locomotive facilities, passenger terminals, industrial spurs and storage sidings.

A track bumper should not be treated as a substitute for careful train operation. Locomotives and rolling stock should approach the end of a track slowly rather than relying on the bumper to stop a moving train.

Common Uses for HO Scale Track Bumpers

• Ends of yard and classification tracks
• Industrial spurs and sidings
• Locomotive storage tracks
• Passenger terminal tracks
• Freight house and warehouse sidings
• Engine terminal and service tracks
• Rolling stock storage tracks
• Other stub-ended or dead-end HO scale track

Atlas HO Code 100 Track Bumper Features

• 2 track bumpers per package
• HO Scale model railroad track component
• Designed for Atlas HO Code 100 track
• Creates a defined stopping point at the end of a track
• Ideal for stub-ended and dead-end track
• Useful for yards, sidings, industrial spurs and terminals
• Adds realistic railroad detail to track ends
• Integrates with the Atlas HO Code 100 track system
• Atlas manufacturer item number M0843
• Fusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL843

Finish Yard Tracks, Sidings & Industrial Spurs

Track bumpers are particularly useful when building yards and industrial switching areas. A ladder of turnouts may lead to several separate storage or classification tracks, with each stub track requiring a clearly defined endpoint.

Industrial areas also commonly use dead-end sidings serving warehouses, factories, freight facilities and other rail customers. Installing a bumper at the end helps visually complete these tracks while providing a physical end point for rolling stock.

Build with Atlas HO Code 100 Track

Shop our complete Atlas HO Code 100 Track collection for compatible straight track, curved track, flex track, turnouts, crossings and additional track components.

Find additional track-end and maintenance components in our Atlas HO Code 100 Bumpers & Rerailers collection.

Build Sidings, Yards & Spurs

Use Atlas HO Code 100 Turnouts & Switches to branch from the main track into sidings, yard tracks and industrial spurs, then use a track bumper to finish tracks that terminate rather than reconnecting with another route.

Additional Atlas HO Code 100 Straight Track can be used to establish the required length of each siding or storage track before installing the bumper at the end.

HO Scale Track Installation Supplies

For rail joiners, terminal connectors, track nails, switch machines and other installation components, browse Atlas HO Track Accessories.

Atlas Code 100 track can also be installed over Atlas HO Cork Roadbed to provide a raised track profile and foundation for ballast and surrounding scenery.

Complete Your Model Railroad Track System

Explore our complete Atlas HO Scale Track selection or browse Model Railroad Track for additional track systems and layout-building components.

Once your trackwork is installed and thoroughly tested, browse our model railroad paint for painting and weathering track, bumpers, rails, ties and surrounding scenery.

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