{"product_id":"atl488","title":"Atlas HO Code 83 True-Track Starter Set – 38\" x 56\" Oval with Passing Siding – ATL488","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 True-Track Starter Set – ATL488\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the track and components needed to build a \u003cstrong\u003e38\" x 56\" HO scale oval with a passing siding\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed to be easy to assemble and expand, the set uses Atlas Code 83 True-Track with integrated gray graveled roadbed for a finished, realistic track appearance without requiring separate roadbed for basic setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003etrack starter set, not a complete train set\u003c\/strong\u003e. A locomotive, rolling stock and power pack are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild a 38\" x 56\" Oval with Passing Siding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL488 provides a complete starting track arrangement rather than simply a basic circle. The included left- and right-hand manual turnouts create a \u003cstrong\u003epassing siding\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the layout to have two parallel routes over part of the oval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished track arrangement measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e38\" x 56\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a practical introduction to HO scale model railroading while still providing more operational interest than a simple oval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Atlas, the HO True-Track Starter Set includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 × 9\" Straight Track Sections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16 × 18\" Radius Curved Track Sections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Left Manual Turnout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 × Right Manual Turnout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Pair Terminal Joiners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrain and power pack are not included and are sold separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 True-Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAtlas True-Track combines \u003cstrong\u003eCode 83 nickel silver track with an integrated gray graveled roadbed\u003c\/strong\u003e. The molded roadbed features correctly angled shoulders and is designed to resemble prototype railroad track installed over ballast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the roadbed is already incorporated into each track section, True-Track provides a convenient way to assemble an HO railroad with a more finished appearance immediately after setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated Gray Graveled Roadbed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated roadbed is the major difference between True-Track and conventional Atlas Code 83 sectional track. Instead of placing track directly on the layout surface or installing separate roadbed beneath it, the track and roadbed function together as a single sectional-track system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes True-Track especially useful for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst HO scale layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner model railroaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemporary layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayouts that may need to be disassembled or rearranged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick tabletop track setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModelers who want an integrated roadbed track system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e18\" Radius Curves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe starter layout uses \u003cstrong\u003e18\" radius curved track\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing Atlas to fit the oval and passing siding into the approximately 38\" x 56\" footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn 18\" radius is common on compact HO layouts, but locomotive and rolling-stock minimum-radius requirements vary. Always check the manufacturer's recommended minimum radius for the equipment you plan to operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eManual Left \u0026amp; Right Turnouts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe included left- and right-hand manual turnouts create the passing siding and introduce switching operation to the starter layout. Rather than operating only around a continuous oval, trains can be routed through the siding using the two turnouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis also gives a beginner an introduction to how turnouts are used to create multiple routes on a model railroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTerminal Joiners for Track Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA pair of terminal joiners is included to provide an electrical connection between the track and a compatible power supply. This allows the track system to be connected to the power source needed to operate the railroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA power pack is not included with ATL488 and must be purchased separately.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy to Expand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe starter set is designed as a beginning rather than a permanently fixed track plan. Additional Atlas HO True-Track sections, turnouts, crossings and accessories can be added as the railroad grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe passing siding can become the starting point for additional yard tracks, industrial spurs, station tracks or a larger mainline arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue-Track Can Transition to a Permanent Layout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne particularly useful feature of Atlas HO True-Track is that the \u003cstrong\u003eAtlas Code 83 Snap-Track can be removed from the molded True-Track roadbed and used separately\u003c\/strong\u003e. This gives modelers additional flexibility if a temporary or beginner True-Track layout is eventually rebuilt as a more permanent model railroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO True-Track Starter Set Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO Scale 1:87\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 38\" x 56\" finished track arrangement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval layout with passing siding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 True-Track system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel silver rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown railroad ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated gray graveled roadbed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrectly angled roadbed shoulders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16 included 18\" radius curved sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 included 9\" straight sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft manual turnout included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight manual turnout included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair of terminal joiners included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete assembly instructions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to assemble and expand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for beginners and experienced model railroaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrain and power pack sold separately\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number 0488\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL488\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTrue-Track vs. Standard Atlas Code 83 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStandard Atlas Code 83 sectional track uses nickel silver rail and brown ties without permanently integrated roadbed. Atlas True-Track combines Code 83 track with \u003cstrong\u003emolded gray roadbed and ballast detailing\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the railroad to have a more complete appearance immediately after assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrue-Track is particularly convenient for layouts where easy assembly, portability and integrated roadbed are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Atlas HO True-Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your starter layout with additional products from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-true-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO True-Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-true-track-straight-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO True-Track Straight Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-true-track-curved-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO True-Track Curved Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-true-track-turnouts-switches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO True-Track Turnouts \u0026amp; Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-true-track-crossings\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO True-Track Crossings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for additional track components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Scale Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShop our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-scale-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Scale Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e selection for True-Track, Code 83, Code 100 and additional Atlas track products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-scale-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHO 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 collections for additional track systems and manufacturers.\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":44043692376320,"sku":"ATL488","price":72.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/files\/ATL488_FSH.jpg?v=1789436661","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl488","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}