https://blog.model-train-help.com/2023/06/ho-scale-switcher-for-15-inch-radius-curve.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ho-scale-switcher-for-15-inch-radius-curve Model railroads and model trains Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:39:04 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://blog.model-train-help.com/2023/06/ho-scale-switcher-for-15-inch-radius-curve.html#comment-63917 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:39:04 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=6722#comment-63917 I had the same problem and bought an Atlas switcher. It has worked fine on tighter curves. There some used ones on E-bay or wait for a sale and buy directly from Atlas. They are quality engines.

]]> https://blog.model-train-help.com/2023/06/ho-scale-switcher-for-15-inch-radius-curve.html#comment-63908 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 07:01:27 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=6722#comment-63908 On model manufacturers websites, there should be specifications that state the minimum radius of track each locomotive can be used on.

]]> https://blog.model-train-help.com/2023/06/ho-scale-switcher-for-15-inch-radius-curve.html#comment-63659 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 15:21:39 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=6722#comment-63659 If you are gung how about 15″, then just buy a small switcher, not 6 axle. Or even a 4 wheel. But you will be limited on what you can run with it. Short trains for sure.

]]> https://blog.model-train-help.com/2023/06/ho-scale-switcher-for-15-inch-radius-curve.html#comment-62790 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:16:44 +0000 http://blog.model-train-help.com/?p=6722#comment-62790 You will have to go through every locomotive model available in HO to decide which unit or units you wish to buy as the rolling stock size/length is going to decide be your deciding factor remembering wider curvature is best for all circumstances as you may want to use 6 axle locomotives as switchers and Trackmobiles both for sidings and industrial spurs.

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