{"product_id":"atl2052","title":"Atlas N Scale Code 55 #7 Left Turnout – ATL2052","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 55 #7 Left Turnout – ATL2052\u003c\/strong\u003e combines fine, realistic Code 55 track with broad #7 turnout geometry for smooth and prototypical-looking N scale trackwork. Featuring \u003cstrong\u003enickel silver rail, simulated brown wood ties, a metal frog that can be powered and a throw bar extending to both sides of the points\u003c\/strong\u003e, this left-hand turnout is an excellent choice for mainlines, passing sidings, crossovers, yard approaches and other locations where broader turnout geometry is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e#7 geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a gentler diverging route than smaller-numbered turnouts, making ATL2052 particularly useful where smoother transitions and realistic mainline-style track arrangements are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e#7 Left-Hand Turnout Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL2052 is a \u003cstrong\u003e#7 left-hand turnout\u003c\/strong\u003e. When approaching the turnout from the single-track end, one route continues through the turnout while the diverging route branches toward the left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with smaller-numbered turnouts, the #7 design provides a \u003cstrong\u003elonger and more gradual diverging route\u003c\/strong\u003e. This broader geometry requires additional layout space but provides smoother-looking track transitions and is well suited to mainline-oriented trackwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMetal Frog That Can Be Powered\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Atlas Code 55 turnout features a \u003cstrong\u003emetal frog that can be electrically powered\u003c\/strong\u003e. Powering the frog can help maintain electrical pickup as locomotives travel through the turnout, which can be particularly useful for locomotives with shorter electrical pickup wheelbases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrog powering is optional and requires appropriate wiring based on the modeler's layout electrical system and turnout-control arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThrow Bar Extends to Both Sides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe turnout features a \u003cstrong\u003ethrow bar extending to both sides of the points\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing flexibility when planning the turnout's installation and operating arrangement on the layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Use a #7 Turnout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe broader geometry of the Atlas #7 turnout makes ATL2052 an excellent choice for many N scale railroad applications, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMainline turnouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassing sidings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassenger station approaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreight yard approaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStaging yard entrances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranch line connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutes handling longer locomotives and rolling stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocations where broader, more gradual track geometry is preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e#7 Turnout vs. Smaller Turnout Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTurnout numbers describe the geometry through the frog and diverging route. In general, \u003cstrong\u003ehigher turnout numbers provide a more gradual divergence while requiring additional layout space\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe #7 geometry of ATL2052 is therefore broader and more gradual than the #5 turnouts in the Atlas Code 55 line. This makes it especially attractive for mainline-oriented trackwork and locations where a smoother, more prototypical-looking transition is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 55 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 55 track features \u003cstrong\u003efine nickel silver rail and simulated brown wood ties\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a more realistic rail and tie profile for detailed N scale layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete Atlas Code 55 system includes flex track, straight track, curved track, turnouts and crossings, allowing modelers to construct a complete layout using compatible track components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRealistic Code 55 Rail Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finer \u003cstrong\u003eCode 55 rail profile\u003c\/strong\u003e gives trackwork a more prototypical appearance than heavier traditional N scale rail. Combined with the brown tie detail, it provides an excellent foundation for realistic ballast, weathering and trackside scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 55 #7 Left Turnout Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eN Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode 55 rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#7 turnout geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-hand configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel silver rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimulated brown wood ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal frog can be electrically powered\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrow bar extends to both sides of the points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger and gentler diverging geometry than smaller-numbered turnouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for mainlines, passing sidings and crossovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to routes handling longer locomotives and rolling stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the Atlas N Scale Code 55 track system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number 2052\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL2052\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Atlas N Scale Code 55 Turnouts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-n-code-55-turnouts-switches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 55 Turnouts \u0026amp; Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for additional turnout configurations and geometry for your N scale railroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Atlas N Scale Code 55 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-n-code-55-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 55 Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for flex track, straight track, curved track, turnouts, crossings and additional track components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-n-scale-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/n-scale-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eN Scale Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-railroad-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Railroad Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for additional options for building or expanding your model railroad.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44043658428672,"sku":"ATL2052","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL2052_FSH.jpg?v=1790089186","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl2052","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}