{"product_id":"atl575","title":"Atlas HO Code 83 45° Crossing – Nickel Silver – ATL575","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 45° Crossing – Nickel Silver – ATL575\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fixed track crossing designed to allow \u003cstrong\u003etwo independent HO scale track routes to intersect at a 45° angle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike a turnout or switch, a crossing does not select between routes—the two tracks intersect while trains continue straight through along their respective routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Atlas HO Code 83 track system, ATL575 combines useful fixed track geometry with a more prototypical appearance. Atlas Code 83 track features \u003cstrong\u003efine nickel silver rail and realistic brown ties\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a finer rail profile than traditional Code 100 track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a 45° Track Crossing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA track crossing, commonly called a \u003cstrong\u003ediamond crossing\u003c\/strong\u003e, is used wherever two separate railroad tracks need to cross one another. ATL575 creates that intersection at a fixed \u003cstrong\u003e45-degree angle\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth routes remain independent through the crossing. A locomotive entering on one route continues straight across the intersecting track rather than being diverted onto it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrossing vs. Turnout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATL575 is a fixed 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 allows two independent routes to physically intersect without providing a route from one track onto the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes ATL575 useful for \u003cstrong\u003erailroad junctions, intersecting tracks, industrial trackage, yard arrangements and other complex HO track plans\u003c\/strong\u003e where one route needs to cross another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e45° Fixed Track Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e45° crossing angle\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a steeper intersection than the Atlas 30° Code 83 crossing. Choosing the correct crossing angle depends on the geometry of the surrounding track and the way the two routes need to intersect within your layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the crossing itself has fixed geometry, plan the adjoining track carefully and verify alignment at all four approaches before permanently securing the track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAtlas Code 83 track is designed for HO scale model railroaders looking for a \u003cstrong\u003efiner and more prototypical track appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e. The smaller rail profile and brown ties provide more realistic proportions than traditional Code 100 track while maintaining the reliability of an engineered sectional track system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCode 83 refers to rail that is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.083\" high\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving HO track a noticeably finer appearance than Code 100 rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 45° Crossing Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO Scale fixed track crossing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e45° 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\u003eFixed track geometry with no movable turnout points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode 83 nickel silver rail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, realistic brown ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore prototypical rail profile than Code 100 track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for junctions and intersecting track arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 piece per package\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number 0575\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL575\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Can a 45° Crossing Be Used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA 45° crossing is useful anywhere two tracks must intersect at a relatively pronounced angle. Applications can include \u003cstrong\u003erailroad junctions, industrial districts, yard trackage and other intersecting track arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 45° geometry creates a more compact intersection than shallower crossing angles in many track arrangements, but the best choice depends on the surrounding track plan and available layout space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan \u0026amp; Test Your Crossing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore permanently securing and ballasting ATL575, connect the surrounding track and test locomotives and rolling stock through \u003cstrong\u003eboth routes of the crossing\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pay particular attention to alignment at each of the four approaches to ensure smooth transitions into and out of the crossing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTesting the complete track arrangement before permanent installation makes it easier to correct alignment or geometry if adjustments are needed.\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 fixed crossing angles and 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":42099582566656,"sku":"ATL575","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL575_FSH.jpg?v=1789265051","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl575","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}