{"product_id":"atl288","title":"Atlas HO Code 100 Customline Curved Turnout – Right – ATL288","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Customline Curved Turnout – Right – ATL288\u003c\/strong\u003e is a right-hand curved turnout designed to divide an existing curved HO scale track into two separate routes. Unlike a conventional turnout that typically approaches from straight track, a \u003cstrong\u003ecurved turnout allows the route to divide within curved trackwork\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it especially useful where a siding, secondary route, yard lead or branch needs to begin within a curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Atlas HO Code 100 Customline track system, ATL288 features \u003cstrong\u003esolid nickel silver Code 100 rail with black injection-molded plastic ties\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its specialized curved configuration gives model railroaders additional flexibility when designing complex track arrangements where a conventional straight turnout may not fit efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Curved Turnout?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA curved turnout performs the same basic routing function as a conventional turnout, but its geometry is designed to fit into \u003cstrong\u003ecurved trackwork\u003c\/strong\u003e. Instead of requiring the railroad to straighten before reaching the switch, the track can divide while continuing through the curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows a train traveling through a curve to be routed onto one of two paths and can make much better use of available layout space in certain track plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Use a Curved Turnout?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCurved turnouts are particularly useful when the desired location for a siding, junction or secondary route falls within a curve. Without a curved turnout, the modeler may need to complete the curve, add straight track and then install a conventional turnout, requiring considerably more layout space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy allowing the routes to divide within the curve itself, ATL288 can be useful for \u003cstrong\u003epassing sidings, yard entrances, industrial leads, station approaches, branch lines and other complex track arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRight-Hand Curved Turnout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL288 is the \u003cstrong\u003eright-hand version\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Atlas HO Code 100 Customline curved turnout. The right-hand configuration distinguishes it from the corresponding ATL287 left-hand curved turnout and gives layout designers the ability to select the orientation that matches their particular track plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause curved turnouts have more specialized geometry than conventional switches, carefully compare the turnout's orientation with the surrounding trackwork before permanent installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Uses for a Curved Turnout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranching one route from existing curved track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassing siding entrances and exits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYard leads and yard approaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial sidings and spurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStation and passenger terminal approaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranch-line junctions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplex track arrangements with limited space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocations where a conventional straight turnout would require additional track length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Customline Curved Right Turnout Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO Scale model railroad turnout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRight-hand curved turnout configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas Customline design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows a route to divide within curved trackwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for sidings, yards, junctions and industrial track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps create complex track arrangements where space is limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode 100 rail profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid nickel silver rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack injection-molded plastic ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Atlas HO Code 100 track systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects with compatible Atlas HO Code 100 track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number 0288\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL288\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCurved vs. Conventional Turnouts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA conventional left- or right-hand turnout is generally used where a route branches from relatively straight track. A \u003cstrong\u003ecurved turnout is useful where the routes need to divide while the track is already curving\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis can make curved turnouts valuable problem-solving components when designing an HO scale layout. They allow track plans to use available space more efficiently while providing routing possibilities that might otherwise require additional straight track and a conventional turnout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Left \u0026amp; Right Curved Turnouts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe right-hand ATL288 complements the corresponding left-hand curved turnout, allowing model railroaders to select the orientation that best fits a particular junction, siding or yard arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing curved turnouts strategically can help fit more operational possibilities into an available space without forcing every route to transition back to straight track before branching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan Curved Turnout Installations Carefully\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause curved turnouts have specialized geometry, surrounding trackwork should be carefully planned and tested before permanent installation. Run your intended locomotives and rolling stock through \u003cstrong\u003eboth routes of the turnout\u003c\/strong\u003e before securing, ballasting or weathering the track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLong locomotives and rolling stock can be particularly sensitive to curved track and turnout geometry, so always consider the operating requirements of your equipment when designing the surrounding track plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eManual or Powered Turnout Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe turnout points select which route a train will follow. Depending on your layout design and operating preferences, the turnout can be incorporated into an appropriate manual or powered turnout-control arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-switch-machines\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Switch Machines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for turnout-control components and additional options for operating Atlas HO track switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild with Atlas HO Code 100 Turnouts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-turnouts-switches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Turnouts \u0026amp; Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for curved, left-hand, right-hand and other turnout configurations for mainlines, yards, sidings and industrial trackwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCombine this turnout with products from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection to build or expand a complete HO scale track system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnect Your Curved Turnout to the Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-flex-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Flex Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e when custom track alignment is needed around the turnout, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-curved-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Curved Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for fixed-radius sectional curve options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-straight-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Straight Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e can be used throughout adjoining sidings, yards and other routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHO Scale Track Installation Supplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor rail joiners, terminal connections, track nails, switch machines and other installation components, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-track-accessories\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Track Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAtlas Code 100 track can also be installed over \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-cork-roadbed\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Cork Roadbed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to provide a raised track profile and foundation for ballast and finished scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop HO Scale Model Railroad Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-scale-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Scale Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e selection or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-railroad-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Railroad Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for additional track systems, turnouts and layout-building components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShop additional products from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-model-railroad\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas Model Railroad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and browse \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":44043681562880,"sku":"ATL288","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL288_FSH.jpg?v=1789105064","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl288","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}