{"product_id":"atl576","title":"Atlas HO Code 83 60° Crossing – Nickel Silver – ATL576","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 60° Crossing – Nickel Silver – ATL576\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fixed track crossing designed to allow \u003cstrong\u003etwo independent HO scale track routes to intersect at a 60° angle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike a turnout or switch, a crossing does not direct trains between routes—the 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, ATL576 combines useful fixed crossing geometry with a more prototypical track appearance. Atlas Code 83 track features \u003cstrong\u003efine brown ties and nickel silver rail\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing realistic proportions for HO scale model railroad trackwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a 60° 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. ATL576 creates this intersection at a fixed \u003cstrong\u003e60-degree angle\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA locomotive entering on one route continues straight across the intersecting track. 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\u003e60° Fixed Crossing Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e60° crossing angle\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a relatively steep track intersection. Compared with shallower 12.5°, 19°, 25°, 30° and 45° crossings, the two routes approach one another at a more pronounced angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the Atlas 60° crossing useful when the surrounding track plan requires two independent routes to intersect at this specific geometry. The fixed angle can be incorporated with compatible straight, curved and turnout track to build the surrounding arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCrossing vs. Turnout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATL576 is a fixed crossing, not a turnout or track switch.\u003c\/strong\u003e A turnout uses movable points to direct a train from one route onto another. 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 features realistic brown ties and nickel silver rail while providing a wide range of track components for building HO scale layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCode 83 refers to rail approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.083\" high\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving HO scale track a finer rail profile than traditional Code 100 track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 60° Crossing Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO Scale fixed track crossing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60° 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 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, 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 M0576\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL576\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere Can a 60° Crossing Be Used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL576 can be incorporated into \u003cstrong\u003erailroad junctions, industrial trackage, yard arrangements and other complex track plans\u003c\/strong\u003e where two independent routes need to cross at a 60° angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe steeper intersection also provides another geometry option between a 45° crossing and a perpendicular 90° crossing, allowing the track plan to be matched more closely to the required route alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan \u0026amp; Test Your Crossing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause ATL576 uses fixed geometry, carefully align the surrounding track at \u003cstrong\u003eall four approaches\u003c\/strong\u003e before permanently securing and ballasting the crossing. Run locomotives and rolling stock through both independent routes to verify smooth operation through the diamond.\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":42099582599424,"sku":"ATL576","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL576_FSH.jpg?v=1789267616","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl576","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}