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On3 Branchline, 42"R, 48"R Curved Track Fixture for ME Code 83 Rail

AF-ON3-ME83-42-48-B
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Built When Ordered

Production Time: 5 days

The AF-ON3-ME83-42-48-B will be automatically added to our production queue when it is ordered.

PRICE : $129.39

Part of the Fast Tracks Infinite Track System, this On3, Micro Engineering Code 83, branchline curved track Assembly Fixture can be used to construct 42"R (1066.8mm) and 48"R (1219.2mm) curved trackwork (including full loops) quickly and easily. Build an infinite amount of track with a single assembly fixture!

Don't forget to order supplies!

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 curved branchline 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

In addition to code 83 rail, you will also need to purchase matching 0.1" (2.5mm), (5 scale inches) thick, pre-gapped, On3 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.

Using Fast Tracks tools and supplies, building curved trackwork is no different from building straight trackwork and does not require any special skills. The only real difference is that the rail needs to be pre-curved. To ensure that the rail is properly pre-bent into shape, we highly recommend you consider including a Fast Tracks Rail Roller with your order. The Rail Roller tool will make it easy to create smooth, consistent curves and ensure that the rail is properly pre-bent to retain its shape over time.

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.

Fast Tracks Rail Roller
Use the Fast Tracks RailRoller tool to pre-bend rail used in curved track fixtures.

Failure to pre-bend the rail for curved trackwork will result in solder joint failure over time!

TIE SPACING SPECIFICATIONS

Standard Gauge

Standard Gauge

MainlineBranchlineSiding
20"22"24"

Narrow Gauge

Narrow Gauge

MainlineBranchline
22"24"

Track Building Supplies

You have added supplies to the cart, but not the assembly fixture needed to build trackwork. Don’t forget to add the fixture to your order!

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.

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.

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PARAMETERVALUEDETAILS
First Radius42" (1067 mm)
Second Radius48" (1219 mm)
Tie Spacing (Prototype)24" (610 mm)Tie spacing center of tie to center of tie.
Tie Size (Model)L - 1.75" (44 mm)
W - 0.15" (4 mm)
H - 0.1" (3 mm)
The actual size of the tie.
Tie Size (Prototype)L - 7' (2.1 m)
W - 7"(178 mm)
H - 5" (127 mm)
The original tie size that the model was based on.
Track Gauge0.76" (19 mm)The distance between the stock rails.
SizeL - 16.5" (419 mm)
W - 6" (152 mm)
H - 0.25" (6 mm)
The physical size of the product
Weight2.6 lbs (1.179 kg)
Material6061 Aluminum
Finishing Straight/Curved Track With QuickSticks

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Hand Laying Curved Track With Fast Tracks Tools

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Bending & Straightening Rail With The Fast Tracks Rail Roller

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