{"product_id":"atl573","title":"Atlas HO Code 83 25° Crossing – Nickel Silver – ATL573","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 25° Crossing – Nickel Silver – ATL573\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fixed track crossing designed to allow \u003cstrong\u003etwo independent HO scale track routes to intersect at a 25° angle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike a turnout or switch, a crossing does not direct trains between routes—the two tracks intersect while trains continue straight through along their respective paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Atlas HO Code 83 track system, ATL573 combines useful 25-degree crossing geometry with a more prototypical track appearance. Atlas Code 83 track features \u003cstrong\u003efine brown ties and nickel silver rail\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an excellent choice for realistic HO scale trackwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a 25° Track Crossing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA track crossing, commonly called a \u003cstrong\u003ediamond crossing\u003c\/strong\u003e, allows two separate railroad tracks to physically cross one another while remaining independent routes. ATL573 creates this intersection at a fixed \u003cstrong\u003e25-degree angle\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA locomotive entering the crossing on one track continues straight across the intersecting route. There are no movable points and no route allowing the train to transfer from one track onto the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e25° Fixed Crossing Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e25° crossing angle\u003c\/strong\u003e provides an intermediate geometry between shallower crossings such as 12.5° and 19° and steeper crossings such as 30°, 45° and 90°. This gives model railroaders another option for matching the crossing to the surrounding track arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe correct crossing angle depends on how the two routes approach one another and the available space within the track plan. Because ATL573 has fixed geometry, the surrounding track should be planned around its 25° intersection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrossing vs. Turnout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATL573 is a crossing, not a turnout or track switch.\u003c\/strong\u003e A turnout uses movable points to direct a train between different routes. A crossing instead provides fixed rail geometry that allows two independent tracks to intersect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrains therefore continue straight through along the same route on which they entered the crossing rather than being diverted onto the intersecting track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 track is designed for model railroaders seeking a \u003cstrong\u003efiner and more prototypical track appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e. The system combines realistic brown ties with nickel silver rail for reliable operation and scale-appropriate HO trackwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCode 83 refers to a rail profile approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.083\" high\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a noticeably finer appearance than traditional Code 100 rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 25° Crossing Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO Scale 1:87\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed model railroad track crossing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25° crossing angle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows two independent track routes to intersect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrains continue straight through along their respective routes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo movable turnout points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode 83 nickel silver rail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, prototypical brown ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiner rail profile than traditional Code 100 track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for junctions and intersecting track arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number M0573\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL573\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Can a 25° Crossing Be Used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL573 can be incorporated into \u003cstrong\u003erailroad junctions, intersecting mainlines, industrial trackage, yard approaches and other complex track arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e where two independent routes need to cross at a 25° angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts intermediate crossing angle can be especially useful when a 19° crossing is too shallow but a 30° crossing is too steep for the desired track geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan \u0026amp; Test Your Crossing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore permanently securing and ballasting ATL573, connect the surrounding track and carefully check alignment at \u003cstrong\u003eall four approaches\u003c\/strong\u003e. Run locomotives and rolling stock through both independent routes to verify smooth operation through the crossing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTesting the complete track arrangement before permanent installation makes it easier to correct adjoining track alignment or geometry if adjustments are necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Atlas HO Code 83 Crossings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-83-crossings\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Crossings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for additional crossing angles and fixed track intersection components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild with Atlas HO Code 83 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShop our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-83-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for flex track, sectional track, turnouts, crossings and additional components for building realistic HO scale trackwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-83-flex-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Flex Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-83-straight-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Straight Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-83-curved-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Curved Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-83-turnouts-switches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Turnouts \u0026amp; Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your track plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHO Scale Track \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-scale-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Scale Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e selection or shop \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-track-accessories\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Track Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for rail joiners, terminal connections, track nails and other installation components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor additional manufacturers and track systems, browse 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.\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":42099582533888,"sku":"ATL573","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL573_FSH.jpg?v=1789267342","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl573","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}