{"product_id":"atl2717","title":"Atlas N Scale Code 80 #8 Left Manual Turnout – ATL2717","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 #8 Left Manual Turnout – ATL2717\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a broad, manually operated left-hand turnout for building smooth and realistic track routes on an N scale model railroad. Featuring \u003cstrong\u003e#8 turnout geometry, nickel silver rail and black ties\u003c\/strong\u003e, ATL2717 is an excellent choice for modelers designing mainlines, passing sidings, crossovers and other trackwork where a more gradual diverging route is desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad \u003cstrong\u003e#8 geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e makes this turnout particularly useful for layouts operating longer locomotives and rolling stock or for locations where smoother, more prototypical-looking track transitions are preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e#8 Left-Hand Turnout Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL2717 is a \u003cstrong\u003e#8 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\u003eThe #8 designation describes the turnout's relatively broad frog geometry. Compared with tighter turnout designs, a #8 turnout creates a more gradual transition between routes and requires additional layout space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBroad #8 Geometry for Smoother Routing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe broader geometry of a #8 turnout makes ATL2717 particularly well suited to locations where smoother routing is important. Its gradual diverging path can create more realistic-looking mainline and siding trackwork while providing additional room for longer equipment to negotiate the turnout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause #8 turnouts require more space than tighter switches, they are especially appropriate for layouts where sufficient track-planning room is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eManual Turnout Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL2717 is a \u003cstrong\u003emanual turnout\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the selected route to be changed directly at the track without requiring electrical remote-control equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManual operation is a practical choice when the turnout is positioned within easy reach of the operator or when simple, direct turnout control is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Use a #8 Turnout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe broad geometry of ATL2717 makes it particularly useful for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMainline turnouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassing sidings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMainline crossovers\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 desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e#8 Turnout vs. Tighter Turnout Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTurnout numbers describe the relationship between the straight and diverging routes through the frog. In general, a \u003cstrong\u003ehigher turnout number produces a more gradual diverging route\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA #8 turnout therefore occupies more space than a tighter turnout but provides broader geometry that is especially useful for mainline-oriented trackwork, passing sidings, crossovers and routes designed for longer equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL2717 is part of the \u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 track system\u003c\/strong\u003e. Atlas Code 80 track features nickel silver rail with black ties and includes a broad selection of flex track, straight track, curved track, turnouts and crossings for building complete N scale model railroad track plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAtlas Code 80 can be used for everything from compact layouts and switching areas to larger mainline-oriented railroads with broad curves and gradual turnout geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 #8 Left Manual Turnout Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eN Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode 80 rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#8 turnout geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-hand configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel silver rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad, gradual diverging geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for mainline-oriented trackwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for passing sidings and crossovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to routes handling longer locomotives and rolling stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number 2717\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL2717\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Atlas N Scale Code 80 Turnouts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-n-code-80-turnouts-switches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas N Scale Code 80 Turnouts \u0026amp; Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for additional standard, #6, #8, wye, manual and remote turnouts for your N scale railroad.\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 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":42099576996096,"sku":"ATL2717","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/files\/ATL2717_FSH.jpg?v=1789787057","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl2717","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}