{"product_id":"atl2053","title":"Atlas N Scale Code 55 #7 Right Turnout – ATL2053","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 55 #7 Right Turnout – ATL2053\u003c\/strong\u003e combines realistic Code 55 track appearance with broad #7 turnout geometry for smooth and prototypical-looking N scale trackwork. Featuring \u003cstrong\u003enickel silver rail, molded brown ties, a metal frog that can be powered and a throw bar extending to both sides of the points\u003c\/strong\u003e, this right-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 turnout geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a longer and gentler diverging route than smaller-numbered turnouts, making ATL2053 particularly useful where smooth transitions and realistic mainline-style track arrangements are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e#7 Right-Hand Turnout Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL2053 is a \u003cstrong\u003e#7 right-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 right.\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, making it especially useful when reliable electrical performance through complex trackwork is a priority.\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 ATL2053 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 ATL2053 is therefore longer and gentler than the #5 turnouts in the Atlas Code 55 line. This makes it particularly attractive for mainline-oriented trackwork, passing sidings and crossovers where smoother and more prototypical-looking routing is desired.\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 realistic brown ties\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a finer and more prototypical rail and tie profile than traditional heavier N scale track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete Atlas Code 55 system includes flex track, straight track, curved track, turnouts and crossings, giving modelers the components needed to build everything from compact switching layouts to larger mainline-oriented railroads.\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 N scale trackwork a more prototypical appearance while maintaining the reliability and durability expected from Atlas track. Combined with the detailed brown ties, it provides an excellent foundation for realistic ballast, weathering and surrounding scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 55 #7 Right 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\u003eRight-hand configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel silver rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown 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 route 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 2053\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL2053\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":44043776098560,"sku":"ATL2053","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL2053_FSH.jpg?v=1790089364","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl2053","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}