Wheels, Couplers & Detail Kits

#520 - 33" Diameter Smooth Back Wheelsets (Code 110) - HO Scale Smooth wheelsets are most commonly found on diesel era rolling stock. Kadee® wheel sets are manufactured to the most exacting standards and feature: RP-25 contour, non-magnetic metal wheels and insulated needlepoint axles. Twelve Sets (1 Set = 1 Axle) Axle Tip to Tip: 1.018" Wheelset Features: Code 110 (.110") 33" Smooth Back Wheels Accurate markings Incredible detail true to prototype Non-magnetic Metal Wheels Smooth tracking Free rolling Contoured Insulated Axles RP-25 Free rolling wheels Needlepoint Axles Axle Tip to Tip: 1.018" Freight & Passenger Package Includes: (12) Sets #520 33" Diameter Smooth Back Wheelsets (Code 110)   The term Code 110 and Code 88 relates to the width of the wheels and has no relationship to track code. Code 110 wheels are .110" wide and Code 88 are .088" wide. Code 110 wheels are the common (or "Standard") width wheels and Code 88 are what is called "Semi-Scale" and are used when the modeler wants a more prototypical looking wheel width. Actual HO-Scale prototypical wheel width would be around .067" wide and although they will run OK on the average track they will not go through common turnouts and crossings. Code 88 (.088") is just about the minimum width of wheel that will run on most standard or common track if gauged correctly. It really is a matter of appearances because there's very little operational differences between running Code 110 or Code 88 wheels. Code 88 wheels look really good and are most noticeable on open frame cars like hoppers and tank cars. However, they also look great on boxcars, gondolas, and reefers but not quite as noticeable. As mentioned above track code and wheel code have no relationship meaning Code 110 and Code 88 will run on most any code of track. Track code is simply the measured height of the rail, code 100 is .100" tall, code 83 is .083" tall, code 70 is .070" tall, and so on.

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This industry leading coupler features an all metal coupler head, shank, and Whisker® centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The #149 Magne-Matic® Whisker® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #242 Snap-Together Gearbox or with other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. Use the provided insulated gearbox or insulated #29 coupler. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #149 Whisker® Metal Couplers - Long Overset Shank (2) Pair #242 Snap-Together Gearboxes (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #149 Whisker® Metal Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Shank Length  -   Long (25/64") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -   Overset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Whisker® Head  -   Standard Head Works In Place of  -   #29, #39 (#149 in a #252 box), Long Overset "clone" couplers Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, #252, #262, manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes #242 Snap-Together Gearbox Features: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Lid Type  -   Snap-Together Dimensions  -   7/16"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and 40-Series, All Whisker® Couplers Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   1/2" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43)

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The LokSound by ESU LED Interior Lighting Strips are perfect for lighting HO and N Scale passenger car interiors operating on DCC layouts. They're designed for use only on track power (electrical wipers and accessories available separately). Offered with warm white (397-50708) or yellow (397-50709) LEDs they allow you to match your lighting color to your modeling era. The strips include a small potentiometer so you can adjust the brightness. For shorter cars or cabooses the strips can be cut. The red marker LEDs are on wire leads for easy placement where needed. The integral ESU decoder supports both Motorola(R) and DCC, and also works on DC analogue layouts. The operating mode is detected automatically. In addition to the basic maximum brightness adjusted with the control knob on the lighting strip, brightness may be further adjusted by means of the software. Various prototypical lighting effects such as soft dimming, fluorescent lamp effect, faulty fluorescent lamp, battery powered lighting and many others provide realistic results. The 11 LEDs are wired in several groups, which can be switched separately. Function mapping allows you to assign the LEDs to the function button of your choice. Two additional outputs may be used for the red end-of-train lights or for directional lighting in a cab control car. All effects can also be programmed once the lighting strip has been installed and the values of your DCC LED Interior Lighting Strips can be read on a programming track. Yellow 10 x 11/32" or 25.5 x .9cm More Information Item # 50709 Brand ESU Scale O, HO, TT, N Pack Size 1 MSRP $29.99 WARNING: This product can expose you to a chemical, which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer and Reproductive Harm - For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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Looking for the current generation? See the ESU 50718 digital passenger car lighting kit with 13 warm white LEDs, entry lighting, and expanded function control.The LokSound by ESU LED Interior Lighting Strips are perfect for lighting HO and N Scale passenger car interiors operating on DCC layouts. They're designed for use only on track power (electrical wipers and accessories available separately). Offered with warm white (397-50708) or yellow (397-50709) LEDs they allow you to match your lighting color to your modeling era. The strips include a small potentiometer so you can adjust the brightness. For shorter cars or cabooses the strips can be cut. The red marker LEDs are on wire leads for easy placement where needed. The integral ESU decoder supports both Motorola(R) and DCC, and also works on DC analogue layouts. The operating mode is detected automatically. In addition to the basic maximum brightness adjusted with the control knob on the lighting strip, brightness may be further adjusted by means of the software. Various prototypical lighting effects such as soft dimming, fluorescent lamp effect, faulty fluorescent lamp, battery powered lighting and many others provide realistic results. The 11 LEDs are wired in several groups, which can be switched separately. Function mapping allows you to assign the LEDs to the function button of your choice. Two additional outputs may be used for the red end-of-train lights or for directional lighting in a cab control car. All effects can also be programmed once the lighting strip has been installed and the values of your DCC LED Interior Lighting Strips can be read on a programming track. Warm White 10 x 11/32" or 25.5 x .9cm More Information Item # 50708 Brand ESU Scale O, HO, TT, N Pack Size 1 MSRP $29.99 WARNING: This product can expose you to a chemical, which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer and Reproductive Harm - For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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This industry leading coupler features an NEM 362 European Style Coupler. The #20 Magne-Matic® NEM 362 European Style Coupler that is mounted in the HO-Scale NEM 362 draft gear box pocket. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #20 Couplers (Assembled) - Extra Long Underset (w/o Draft Gear Boxes) (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #20 Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Knuckle, Plastic Coupler Swallow-tail Shank Length  -   Extra Long (11.68mm , .460 inch , 29/64") (pulling face to the dovetail sholder) Coupler Offset  -   Underset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   NEM European Style Coupler Head  -   Standard Head Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -  11.68mm , .460" Centerline  -   9.9mm , .390" Trip Pin Height  -  .08mm , .031" Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Multi-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick

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#530 - 33" Diameter Smooth Back Wheelsets (Code 88) - HO Scale Smooth wheelsets are most commonly found on diesel era rolling stock. Kadee® wheel sets are manufactured to the most exacting standards and feature: RP-25 contour, non-magnetic metal wheels and insulated needlepoint axles. Twelve Sets (1 Set = 1 Axle) Axle Tip to Tip: 1.018" Wheelset Features: Code 88 (.088") 33" Smooth Back Wheels Accurate markings Incredible detail true to prototype Non-magnetic Metal Wheels Smooth tracking Free rolling Contoured Insulated Axles RP-25 Free rolling wheels Needlepoint Axles Axle Tip to Tip: 1.018" Freight & Passenger Package Includes: (12) Sets #530 33" Diameter Smooth Back Wheelsets (Code 88)   The term Code 110 and Code 88 relates to the width of the wheels and has no relationship to track code. Code 110 wheels are .110" wide and Code 88 are .088" wide. Code 110 wheels are the common (or "Standard") width wheels and Code 88 are what is called "Semi-Scale" and are used when the modeler wants a more prototypical looking wheel width. Actual HO-Scale prototypical wheel width would be around .067" wide and although they will run OK on the average track they will not go through common turnouts and crossings. Code 88 (.088") is just about the minimum width of wheel that will run on most standard or common track if gauged correctly. It really is a matter of appearances because there's very little operational differences between running Code 110 or Code 88 wheels. Code 88 wheels look really good and are most noticeable on open frame cars like hoppers and tank cars. However, they also look great on boxcars, gondolas, and reefers but not quite as noticeable. As mentioned above track code and wheel code have no relationship meaning Code 110 and Code 88 will run on most any code of track. Track code is simply the measured height of the rail, code 100 is .100" tall, code 83 is .083" tall, code 70 is .070" tall, and so on.

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This industry leading coupler features an all metal coupler head, shank, and Whisker® centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The #146 Magne-Matic® Whisker® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #242 Snap-Together Gearbox or with other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. Use the provided insulated gearbox or insulated #26 coupler. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #146 Whisker® Metal Couplers - Long Centerset Shank (2) Pair #242 Snap-Together Gearboxes (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #146 Whisker® Metal Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Shank Length  -   Long (25/64") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -   Centerset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Whisker® Head  -   Standard Head Works In Place of  -   #26, #36 (#146 in a #252 box), long centerset "clone" couplers Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, #252, #262, manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes #242 Snap-Together Gearbox Features: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Lid Type  -   Snap-Together Dimensions  -   7/16"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and 40-Series, All Whisker® Couplers Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   29/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43)

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Upgrade or replace the trucks on your WalthersProto Amfleet passenger cars with this pair of inside-bearing trucks featuring 36" turned metal wheels and built-in electrical contacts for car lighting. The high-speed inside-bearing design accurately matches the prototype trucks used on every Amfleet I and Amfleet II car in Amtrak's fleet, so they look right and roll smoothly straight out of the package. Sold as one pair (one car's worth). Looking for more HO passenger upgrades? Browse our HO Trains & Track and HO Track & Accessories collections. Features High-speed inside-bearing prototype design used on all Amtrak Amfleet cars 36" turned metal RP-25 wheels with prototype profile and free-rolling action Built-in electrical contacts for passenger car interior lighting Fully assembled metal truck — drops right in as a direct replacement Fits all WalthersProto Amfleet I and Amfleet II passenger cars Sold as one pair (two trucks — enough for one Amfleet car) Scale: HO Scale (1:87) More Information Brand WalthersProto Item Number 920-2136 Scale HO Scale (1:87) Product Type Replacement Trucks Wheel Size 36" Turned Metal (RP-25 Profile) Quantity 1 Pair (2 trucks) Material Metal Electrical Pickups Yes — built-in contacts for car lighting Condition New FAQ Will these fit my older Walthers Amfleet cars?Yes. WalthersProto designed the 920-2136 to fit all of their Amfleet I and Amfleet II models, including older releases. It's a direct drop-in replacement for the original trucks. Do these have electrical pickups for interior lighting?Yes — built-in contacts on the truck let you wire interior lighting cleanly through the wheelsets, the way the prototype carries power. What size are the wheels?36" turned metal wheels with an RP-25 prototype profile for accurate appearance and smooth rolling on code 70, 83, and 100 rail. Is this one truck or two?One pair — two complete trucks, which is enough to re-truck one Amfleet car.

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Upgrade your HO Scale rolling stock with the Kadee #148-50 Whisker® Metal Couplers Bulk Pack. This set includes 50 pairs of Kadee’s proven metal couplers with built-in whisker centering springs, offering durability, reliability, and easy installation for large fleet conversions or kit-building projects. Includes 50 pairs of medium centerset #148 Whisker® couplers All-metal construction for strength and longevity Built-in Whisker® centering springs for smooth operation Standard HO Scale size compatible with all Kadee gearboxes Ideal for upgrading large fleets or new car builds Accurate 9/32" centerset shank design ensures perfect coupler height More Information Brand: Kadee Quality Products Product Type: Couplers Model: #148 Whisker® Metal Couplers Configuration: Medium Centerset Shank Package Quantity: 50 Pairs Scale: HO Scale MSRP: $136.69 Item #: 380-14850 Availability: Re-stockable (typically available for re-order) Ship Time: Ships same or next business day Made In: USA Frequently Asked Questions Are these compatible with other brands? Yes, Kadee couplers work with most HO knuckle couplers on the market. Do I need special tools to install them? No, installation is simple—just snap or screw them into Kadee-compatible gearboxes. Can these replace plastic couplers? Yes, they are a direct upgrade for added strength and reliability. Do they come assembled? Yes, each pair is fully assembled and ready to install. Are these metal couplers magnetic? Yes, they are fully magnetic for use with Kadee uncoupling systems.

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The 255mm long, 9mm slim LED lighting strips with 11 LEDs are designed for N, TT and H0 gauge cars. We are offering two versions: The version with Part number 50700 is equipped with warmwhite LEDs, while on part number 50702 we installed yellow LEDs. This will give you the choice to match the lighting strips with your existing cars. As usual for all ESU lighting strips, you can adjust the brightness according to your wishes with the help of a small variable resistor (potentiometer). Thanks to built-in voltage control the brightness remains almost constant even when conventional driving. To bridge prolonged power interruptions, you may add a PowerPack. Of course, the lighting strips can be arbitrarily cut to fit the cars of all manufacturers and comes with a red taillight. You may add a LokPilot Fx V4.0 function decoder at any time. Warm White 10 x 0.35" More Information Item # 50702 Brand ESU Scale HO, TT, N Pack Size 1 MSRP $27.99 WARNING: This product can expose you to a chemical, which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer and Reproductive Harm - For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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The next evolution of model train couplers starts and ends with the Kadee® Whisker® series of couplers. When we set out to improve upon the venerable No.5® we knew it had to be just as game-changing as the original. Often referred to as the "Whisker® version of the No.5®", the #148 has dethroned the classic #5 with an even longer-lasting and more reliable design. We took everything you loved about the No.5® and improved upon it. No more fumbling with centering springs. No more multi-piece assemblies. The Whisker® series of couplers is a true drop-in coupler. Use Kadee® Whisker® couplers in your next model and enjoy the most reliable and smooth coupling experience you've ever had. Always made right here in the USA with legendary Made In America quality. The #148 is interchangeable with the No.5®, #28, #58, #118, #119, #158, and most manufacturer's Medium Centerset OEM knuckle couplers. For a #38 equivalent use the #148 in a #252 Gearbox. #148 is also a direct replacement for most Bachmann On30 couplers. Supersedes product #14. Package Includes: (25) Pair #148 Whisker® Metal Couplers - Medium Centerset Shank (10) Spare #622 Knuckle Springs **Gearboxes not included** #148 Whisker® Metal Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Shank Length  -   Medium (9/32") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -   Centerset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Whisker® Head  -   Standard Head Works In Place of  -   NO.5®, #58, #28, #38 (#148 in a #252 box), #118, #119, #158, medium centerset "clone" couplers Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, #252, #262, manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   29/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43) It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. For insulated couplers use the #28 coupler. Kadee® Magne-Matic® Couplers and Uncouplers are a complete system for your model railroad layout. We've designed every product to work harmoniously with the Magne-Matic® system so that you can focus on enjoying your hobby instead of troubleshooting issues. Magne-Matic® technology ensures smooth and reliable hands-free coupling and uncoupling anywhere.

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This industry leading coupler features plastic standard coupler with metal knuckle, and #621 torsion centering spring and comes complete with #233 insulated draft gearbox and lid. The #34 Magne-Matic® Plastic Coupler is designed mostly for body mounting with limited space either above or below the mounting platform, with or without Draft Gear Box Lid and with Draft Gearbox Lid either on top or bottom. Note: The 30-Series Torsion Spring can be mounted either below or above the coupler shank, but must always be mounted between the Coupler Spring Lid and Draft Gearbox. The #144 Whisker® Metal Coupler mounted in a #252 Snap-together Gearbox is equivalent to the #34 Coupler. The Whisker® Coupler mounted in a #252 Snap-together Gear box makes for simple and easy assembly. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #34 Plastic Shank Couplers - Short Underset Shank (2) Pair #621 Torsion Centering Spring (2) Pair #233 Gearboxes & Lids (2) Pair #210 Washers (2) Pair #256 - 2-56 Screws (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #34 Plastic Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Knuckle, Plastic Coupler Shank Shank Length  -   Short (1/4") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -   Underset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Standard Shank Centering Spring  -   #621 Torsion Centering Spring Head  -   Standard Head Works With  -   #233 draft gearboxes #233 Plastic Draft Gearboxes & Lids Features: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Dimensions  -   3/8"L x 5/16"W x 9/64"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series Couplers #34 in a #233 gearbox on top. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   29/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) #34 in a #233 gearbox on bottom. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   13/32" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Multi-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43) #1020 Coupler & Special Purpose Tweezers  

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