{"product_id":"atl834","title":"Atlas HO Code 100 1\/2 18\" Radius Curved Track – 4-Pack – ATL834","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 1\/2 18\" Radius Curved Track – 4-Pack – ATL834\u003c\/strong\u003e includes four short curved sectional track pieces designed for precise adjustments when building HO scale track plans. Each piece follows the same \u003cstrong\u003e18-inch radius\u003c\/strong\u003e as standard Atlas 18\" radius curved track while providing a \u003cstrong\u003ehalf-length curved section\u003c\/strong\u003e for greater flexibility when arranging fixed sectional track geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese half sections are especially useful when a standard 18\" radius curve would turn the track farther than needed. By maintaining the same 18\" radius while providing a smaller amount of curvature, ATL834 helps model railroaders fine-tune where curves begin and end and align them with straight track, turnouts, crossings and other sectional track components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach section features \u003cstrong\u003esolid nickel silver Code 100 rail and black injection-molded plastic ties\u003c\/strong\u003e, matching the construction and geometry of the traditional Atlas HO Code 100 track system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Does \"1\/2 18\" Radius\" Mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e18\" radius\u003c\/strong\u003e describes the actual radius of the curve. The \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2 designation\u003c\/strong\u003e refers to the shorter arc of the track section compared with a standard Atlas 18\" radius curved track piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn other words, this is \u003cstrong\u003enot a 9\" radius curve\u003c\/strong\u003e. It maintains the same 18\" radius but turns the track through a smaller angle, giving you a useful adjustment piece for fixed sectional track plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFine-Tune 18\" Radius Curves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSectional track uses predetermined lengths, radii and angles. While standard curved sections handle most of a curve, there are situations where another full section creates too much curvature before the track reaches its intended alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA half-length 18\" radius section provides another geometry option. It can be combined with standard 18\" radius curved track to adjust the total amount of turn while maintaining a consistent 18\" radius through the curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes ATL834 particularly useful around junctions, sidings, turnouts and other areas where the beginning or end of a curve needs to be positioned more precisely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 1\/2 18\" Radius Track Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 curved track sections per package\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO Scale model railroad track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18\" fixed curve radius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHalf-length 18\" radius curved track sections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains the same 18\" radius as standard Atlas 18\" radius track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides less angular turn than a standard full curved section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for fine-tuning sectional track geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps align curves with straight track, turnouts and other components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode 100 rail profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid nickel silver rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack injection-molded plastic ties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Atlas HO Code 100 sectional track systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be combined with standard Atlas 18\" radius curved track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number 0834\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL834\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUse with Standard 18\" Radius Curved Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCombine these half sections with standard pieces from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-curved-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Curved Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection. Using full and half 18\" radius sections together provides greater control over the total amount of curvature and where a curve ends within your track plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlways check the minimum-radius requirements of your locomotives and rolling stock when designing an HO scale layout. Longer locomotives and cars may require broader curves for reliable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild with Atlas HO Code 100 Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShop our complete \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection for compatible sectional track, flex track, turnouts, crossings and other track components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCombine curved sections with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-straight-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Straight Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to fine-tune overall layout dimensions, or add \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-turnouts-switches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Turnouts \u0026amp; Switches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for sidings, passing tracks, yards and branching routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstall Your HO Scale Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor rail joiners, terminal connections, track nails, switch machines and other installation components, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-track-accessories\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Track Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAtlas Code 100 sectional track can also be installed over \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-cork-roadbed\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Cork Roadbed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to create a raised track profile and provide a foundation for ballast and finished scenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Model Railroad Track System\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 browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/model-railroad-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Railroad Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for additional track systems and layout-building components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce your trackwork is installed and thoroughly tested, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emodel railroad paint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for painting and weathering rails, ties and surrounding trackwork.\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":42099586466048,"sku":"ATL834","price":6.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL834_FSH.jpg?v=1789012025","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl834","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}