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Production Time: 5 days
The AF-HON3-A-ME55-M will be automatically added to our production queue when it is ordered.
PRICE : $82.29
Build unlimited lengths of perfectly straight track with Fast Tracks Straight Track Assembly Fixture.
Part of the Fast Tracks Infinite™ Track System, this HOn3 Micro Engineering code 55, straight track Assembly Fixture can be used to construct straight lengths of mainline trackwork quickly and easily. Even though this fixture is only 16" (406mm) long, it can be used to make unlimited lengths of perfectly straight track! Once a section of track is constructed in the fixture, it is simply moved over, and the next section added. A single length of track with minimal rail joints can be built to any length needed by staggering the rail joints. Trackwork built using Fast Tracks fixtures is NMRA compliant and will easily outperform any store bought track! No special skills are needed, and results are guaranteed. Fast Tracks assembly fixtures will help you build high-quality hand laid track that:
- Is Highly Accurate - Build straight mainline trackwork that stays in perfect gauge - permanently
- Performs Perfectly - Eliminates track-related derailments
- Is Easy To Build - No special skills are needed
- Looks Great! - Get results that rival even the most experienced modelers
- Lets You Work in Comfort - Build trackwork at your workbench
- Is NMRA Compliant - Will work with any NMRA compliant equipment
Additional Items
In addition to code 55 rail, you will also need to purchase matching 0.06" (1.5mm), (5 scale inches) thick, pre-gapped, HOn3 CopperHead PC board Crossties manufactured by Fast Tracks for curved and straight trackwork. Our PC Board crossties match the thickness of the wood ties and are pre-gapped for DC and DCC compatibility. Add our matching QuickSticks Crosstie Strips to your order to finish your trackwork. These laser-cut wood tie strips make finishing straight trackwork a snap! We also offer traditional single piece wood cross ties as well.
Click on the Supplies Tab above to add additional items needed to build trackwork to your order. Try our Supplies Calculator to determine the consumable items you will need for your trackwork project.
TIE SPACING SPECIFICATIONS
Standard Gauge
Mainline | Branchline | Siding |
---|---|---|
20" | 22" | 24" |
Narrow Gauge
Mainline | Branchline |
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22" | 24" |
Below is a cross-reference chart showing which rail other than Micro Engineering is compatible with our fixtures.
Fixture Cut For | Rail Size | Compatible With |
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ME Code 55 | Code 55 | Atlas Code 80 |
ME Code 55 | Code 55 | Atlas Code 55 |
ME Code 55 | Code 55 | Peco Code 80 |
ME Code 70 | Code 70 | ME Code 83 |
ME Code 70 | Code 70 | Peco Code 83 (IL-115) |
ME Code 70 | Code 70 | Peco 75 |
ME Code 70 | Code 70 | Pilz Code 83 |
ME Code 70 | Code 70 | Tilig 83 |
ME Code 83 | Code 83 | ME Code 70 |
ME Code 83 | Code 83 | Peco Code 83 (IL-115) |
ME Code 83 | Code 83 | Peco 75 |
ME Code 83 | Code 83 | Pilz Code 83 |
ME Code 83 | Code 83 | Tilig 83 |
ME Code 100 | Code 100 | Walthers Code 83 |
ME Code 100 | Code 100 | Roco Line 83 |
ME Code 100 | Code 100 | Atlas Code 83 |
ME Code 100 | Code 100 | Atlas Code 100 |
ME Code 125 | Code 100 | C & L 125 |
ME Code 148 | Code 100 | Right-O-Way 148 |
Track Building Supplies
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In addition to an assembly fixture, you also need to order additional supplies.
Enter the total length of track you need to build in feet in the top box and then click the Calculate Quantities button to determine how many products you should order.
Minimum order quantity of 66 pieces
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PARAMETER | VALUE | DETAILS |
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Rail Type | Micro Engineering Code 55 | |
Tie Spacing (Prototype) | 22" (559 mm) | Tie spacing center of tie to center of tie. |
Tie Size (Model) | L - 0.97" (25 mm) W - 0.08" (2 mm) H - 0.06" (2 mm) | The actual size of the tie. |
Track Gauge | 0.42" (11 mm) | The distance between the stock rails. |
Size | L - 16" (406 mm) W - 3" (76 mm) H - 0.25" (6 mm) | The physical size of the product |
Weight | 1.3 lbs (0.59 kg) | |
Material | 6061 Aluminum |
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