{"product_id":"atl2511","title":"Atlas N Scale Code 80 1\/2 9-3\/4\" Radius Curved Track – 6-Pack – ATL2511","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 1\/2 9-3\/4\" Radius Curved Track – 6-Pack – ATL2511\u003c\/strong\u003e includes six fractional curved track sections designed for fine-tuning compact N scale track arrangements. These sections maintain the same \u003cstrong\u003e9-3\/4\" radius\u003c\/strong\u003e as standard Atlas 9-3\/4\" radius curved track while providing only half the angular length of a standard section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach 1\/2 section provides approximately \u003cstrong\u003e15° of curvature\u003c\/strong\u003e. With six pieces included, ATL2511 provides \u003cstrong\u003e90° of total curvature\u003c\/strong\u003e per package. Featuring \u003cstrong\u003eCode 80 nickel silver rail and black railroad ties\u003c\/strong\u003e, these sections integrate with the Atlas N Scale Code 80 track system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e1\/2 9-3\/4\" Radius – Not a Smaller Radius\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e“1\/2” designation refers to the angular length of the track section, not the radius\u003c\/strong\u003e. ATL2511 still follows a full \u003cstrong\u003e9-3\/4\" radius curve\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA standard Atlas 9-3\/4\" radius curved track section provides approximately 30° of curvature. ATL2511 is half that section length, providing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e15° of curvature while maintaining the same 9-3\/4\" radius\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinction is important when planning track geometry: ATL2511 is \u003cstrong\u003enot a 4-7\/8\" radius curve\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a shorter section of a 9-3\/4\" radius curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e15° Per Track Section\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause a standard 9-3\/4\" radius section covers approximately 30°, the 1\/2 section provides approximately \u003cstrong\u003e15° of curvature\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 section:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 sections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4 sections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6 sections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24 sections:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360° full circle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe six pieces in one ATL2511 package therefore provide enough track for a \u003cstrong\u003e90° quarter-circle\u003c\/strong\u003e when used together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFine-Tune N Scale Curve Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFractional curved track is particularly useful when a standard 30° curved section creates too much curvature for the desired track arrangement. The shorter 15° sections allow modelers to make smaller angular adjustments while retaining the same fixed radius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL2511 can be especially useful when working with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurnouts and switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassing sidings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack crossings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial spurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYard approaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact track plans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePartial curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExisting sectional-track layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCombine with Standard 9-3\/4\" Radius Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL2511 is particularly useful alongside standard \u003cstrong\u003eAtlas 9-3\/4\" radius curved track\u003c\/strong\u003e. Since both follow the same radius, standard 30° sections and fractional 15° sections can be combined to create different total curve angles while maintaining consistent curvature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, one standard 30° section combined with one ATL2511 15° section creates a \u003cstrong\u003e45° curve\u003c\/strong\u003e. This gives modelers greater flexibility when connecting fixed-geometry track components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact 9-3\/4\" Radius\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 9-3\/4\" radius is useful for compact N scale layouts where available space is limited. It can be incorporated into continuous-running layouts, return curves, switching layouts and other space-conscious track plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause minimum-radius requirements vary by locomotive and rolling stock, modelers should always check the equipment manufacturer's recommended minimum radius before designing a railroad around 9-3\/4\" radius curves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL2511 is part of the \u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 track system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Code 80 rail measures approximately .080\" high and provides a durable track system with a large selection of sectional and flexible track components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe nickel silver rail and black ties coordinate with other Atlas N Scale Code 80 straight track, curved track, turnouts, crossings and flex track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 1\/2 9-3\/4\" Radius Track Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eN Scale 1:160\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode 80 rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9-3\/4\" radius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2-length curved track sections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 pieces per package\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 15° of curvature per section\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90° total curvature per 6-pack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains the same 9-3\/4\" radius as standard 9-3\/4\" curved track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel silver rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack railroad ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for fine-tuning fixed sectional-track geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Atlas N Scale Code 80 track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number 2511\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL2511\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Atlas N Scale Code 80 Curved Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-n-code-80-curved-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 Curved Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for additional radii and fractional curved track sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Atlas N Scale Code 80 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-n-code-80-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for curved track, straight track, flex track, turnouts, crossings, bumpers, rerailers, rail joiners and layout packages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild Your N Scale Track System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-n-scale-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e selection or shop \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/n-scale-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eN Scale Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for additional track systems and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-railroad-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Railroad Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection or shop additional products from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-model-railroad\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas Model Railroad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-in-stock-products\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas In-Stock Products\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42099575554304,"sku":"ATL2511","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL2511_FSH.jpg?v=1789569377","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl2511","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}