{"product_id":"atl845","title":"Atlas HO Code 100 18\" Radius Curved Terminal Track – ATL845","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 18\" Radius Curved Terminal Track – ATL845\u003c\/strong\u003e combines an \u003cstrong\u003e18-inch radius curved track section with a convenient electrical terminal connection\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing model railroaders to supply power to an HO scale layout without requiring a straight terminal section. It is especially useful when the most convenient location for connecting track power falls within a curved portion of the layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for the Atlas HO Code 100 track system, this terminal section follows a fixed \u003cstrong\u003e18\" radius\u003c\/strong\u003e and features \u003cstrong\u003esolid nickel silver Code 100 rail with black injection-molded plastic ties\u003c\/strong\u003e. The terminal connection provides a convenient point for connecting the rails to a compatible model railroad power supply or control system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is an 18\" Radius Terminal Track?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA terminal track serves two purposes at the same time. First, it functions as part of the railroad's normal trackwork. Second, it provides an \u003cstrong\u003eelectrical connection point for supplying power to the rails\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eATL845 performs that function while maintaining \u003cstrong\u003e18\" radius curved track geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows the power connection to be incorporated into a curve rather than requiring the layout designer to place a separate straight terminal section elsewhere in the track plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Use a Curved Terminal Section?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn compact HO scale layouts, available straight track may already be occupied by stations, rerailers, turnouts, crossings or other track components. A curved terminal section gives the modeler additional flexibility when deciding where the layout's electrical connection should be located.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly convenient for \u003cstrong\u003eovals and other continuous-running sectional track plans\u003c\/strong\u003e, where 18\" radius curves are commonly used to turn the track around at each end of the layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e18\" Radius Track Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e18\" radius\u003c\/strong\u003e describes the distance from the center point of the curve to the track centerline. This terminal section maintains the same 18\" radius geometry as compatible Atlas HO Code 100 18\" radius curved sectional track, allowing it to be incorporated into an existing 18\" radius curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause 18\" radius is a relatively compact HO scale curve, always check the manufacturer's minimum-radius recommendations for your locomotives and rolling stock. Some longer locomotives and cars may require broader curves for reliable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 18\" Radius Terminal Track Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHO Scale model railroad track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18\" radius curved terminal track section\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne track section per package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines curved track with an electrical terminal connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a convenient connection point for track power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains fixed 18\" radius curved track geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for compact HO scale layouts and continuous-running ovals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows a terminal connection to be positioned within a curve\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 the Atlas HO Code 100 track system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects with compatible Atlas HO Code 100 sectional track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAtlas manufacturer item number M0845\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU ATL845\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStraight vs. Curved Terminal Track\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your track plan provides a convenient straight location for the electrical connection, a straight terminal section may be the simplest option. If the desired connection point falls within an \u003cstrong\u003e18\" radius curve\u003c\/strong\u003e, ATL845 allows you to make that connection without changing the surrounding track geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth styles serve the same basic purpose: providing a convenient electrical connection between the rails and the layout's compatible power or control system.\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 additional track components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFind terminal track, rail joiners and related electrical track components in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-rail-joiners-terminal-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Rail Joiners \u0026amp; Terminal Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eContinue Your 18\" Radius Curve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePair this terminal section with compatible \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-curved-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Curved Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to build 18\" radius curves, ovals and other sectional track arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/atlas-ho-code-100-straight-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAtlas HO Code 100 Straight Track\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to complete straight sections of your track plan, 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, yards and branching routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHO Scale Track Installation Supplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor rail joiners, terminal connectors, 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 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 provide a raised track profile and foundation for ballast and surrounding 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, wired 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":42099587973376,"sku":"ATL845","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/products\/ATL845_FSH.gif?v=1789056783","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/atl845","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}