{"product_id":"atl587","title":"Atlas HO Code 83 \u0026 True-Track Manual Switch Machine – Right – ATL587","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 \u0026amp; True-Track Manual Switch Machine – Right – ATL587\u003c\/strong\u003e provides simple \u003cstrong\u003ehand-operated turnout control\u003c\/strong\u003e for compatible Atlas HO scale track switches. Designed in a right-hand configuration, this separate switch machine allows the turnout points to be operated directly at the track without requiring electrical remote turnout control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL587 is useful as a replacement switch machine or when configuring compatible \u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 and True-Track\u003c\/strong\u003e trackwork for straightforward manual turnout operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Does a Manual Switch Machine Do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA switch machine operates the movable points of a model railroad turnout. Moving those points changes which route a locomotive or train follows through the switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a \u003cstrong\u003emanual switch machine\u003c\/strong\u003e, the operator changes the turnout position directly at the track. No remote electrical control is required, making manual operation a simple choice for switches located within comfortable reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRight-Hand Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL587 is specifically the \u003cstrong\u003eright-hand version\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Atlas HO Code 83 Manual Switch Machine. Switch-machine orientation is important because the mechanism must correctly align with the turnout it operates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are replacing an existing switch machine, verify that your turnout requires the right-hand configuration before installation. For the opposite orientation, use the corresponding Atlas left-hand manual switch machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Manual Turnout Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManual switch machines work especially well for \u003cstrong\u003eyards, industrial switching areas, sidings, smaller layouts and other easily accessible track locations\u003c\/strong\u003e. The operator can change routes directly at the turnout without installing wiring for remote turnout operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor switches located farther from the layout edge or where centralized turnout control is preferred, an appropriate Atlas remote switch machine may be a better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Manual Switch Machine Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO Scale 1:87\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRight-hand configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual turnout-control switch machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperated directly at the track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo electrical remote operation required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate turnout-control component\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful with compatible Atlas HO Code 83 and True-Track applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for replacement, maintenance and layout construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitch machine only – turnout not included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number 0587\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL587\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eManual vs. Remote Switch Machines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003emanual switch machine\u003c\/strong\u003e is operated directly at the turnout, while a remote switch machine provides electrical operation from another location on the layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManual operation keeps turnout control simple and is particularly useful when the track switch is easily accessible. Remote operation is generally more convenient for difficult-to-reach switches or layouts using centralized controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSwitch Machine Only – Turnout Not Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eATL587 is the manual switch machine itself and does not include a complete turnout or track switch.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is intended for model railroaders who need the turnout operating mechanism separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes ATL587 useful when replacing a compatible existing manual switch machine without replacing otherwise usable trackwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTest Your Turnout Before Ballasting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter installation, verify that the switch machine moves the turnout points completely between both positions. Test locomotives and rolling stock through \u003cstrong\u003eboth turnout routes\u003c\/strong\u003e before permanently ballasting or finishing the surrounding trackwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTesting the mechanism while the track remains easily accessible makes any necessary alignment or operating adjustments much easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShop Atlas HO Switch Machines\u003c\/h3\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 additional manual, remote and under-table turnout-control components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Turnouts \u0026amp; Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor complete track switches, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-83-turnouts-switches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 83 Turnouts \u0026amp; Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\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, straight track, curved track, crossings, turnouts and additional layout-building components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO True-Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-true-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO True-Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for integrated-roadbed straight track, curved track, turnouts, crossings and related components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHO Scale Track \u0026amp; Accessories\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 shop \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-track-accessories\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Track Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for additional layout-building components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor additional manufacturers and track systems, browse our \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":42099582730496,"sku":"ATL587","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL587_FSH.jpg?v=1789269082","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl587","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}