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If you've ever spent an evening crawling under your layout chasing a phantom LocoNet glitch, you already know how welcome the Digitrax LT1 is in a DCC toolbox. This compact tester checks LocoNet cables for proper wiring and lets you bench-test mobile decoders before they ever go near a locomotive, so problems get caught at the workbench instead of in the middle of an operating session. What's in the Box LT1 tester board with four diagnostic LEDs and a female 6-pin RJ12 jack Test harness with 6-conductor telco wire, male RJ12 plug, and a 100-ohm 2-watt protection resistor Printed instruction sheet covering both cable and decoder testing modes Why Hobbyists Reach for the LT1 Verify LocoNet cables in seconds. Plug a cable between the LT1 and any powered Digitrax command station or booster, and all four LEDs light up when the cable is good. Any dark LED tells you exactly which conductor failed. Test decoders before installation. Connect a mobile decoder to the harness, set it on your programming track or main, and use your throttle to confirm motor output, lighting functions, and DCC response without soldering it into a locomotive first. Catch shorts and bad crimps early. Especially useful if you build your own LocoNet cables with a crimper and bulk telco wire — one quick LED check confirms the crimp before the cable disappears under benchwork. Works with any scale. Z, N, HO, S, O, or G — if you run a Digitrax LocoNet system, the LT1 belongs in your toolbox. Specifications Brand Digitrax Item Number LT1 SKU 245-LT1 Type LocoNet Cable & Decoder Tester Connector RJ12 6-pin (telco) Indicators Four diagnostic LEDs Protection 100-ohm 2-watt resistor on harness Scale All scales (Z, N, HO, S, O, G) Compatibility All Digitrax LocoNet command stations, boosters, and starter sets Frequently Asked Questions Does the LT1 work with non-Digitrax DCC systems?The cable-test function works with any standard RJ12 6-pin telco-style cable, but the LocoNet test mode is specific to Digitrax LocoNet (NCE, MRC, and ESU systems use different bus wiring). For decoder testing, the LT1 works with any NMRA-compliant mobile decoder paired with a Digitrax throttle and command station. Do I need a separate power supply?No. The LT1 draws everything it needs from your Digitrax command station or booster through the LocoNet jack you plug it into. Can I test stationary decoders or accessory decoders with it?The LT1 is designed for mobile (locomotive) decoders. Stationary and accessory decoders use different wiring and are best tested with a dedicated programmer or in their intended layout circuit. What does it mean if only some LEDs light up?Each LED corresponds to a specific conductor in the LocoNet cable. A dark LED tells you which wire is broken, miscrimped, or shorted — usually pointing you straight at a bad RJ12 plug on one end of the cable. More from Squeaky's Trains Pair the LT1 with a full DCC accessories stash, browse our Digitrax collection for command stations, boosters, and throttles, or stock up on DCC decoders to bench-test with your new LT1.

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The Digitrax DS44 is a basic quad stationary decoder that puts four slow-motion turnout machines, such as the Circuitron Tortoise, under DCC control. Throw your turnouts from any throttle on the layout. It takes its power and commands straight from the track, so hookup is two wires to the rails plus the turnout machine leads. Important: the DS44 is for slow-motion (stall-motor) turnout machines only. It will not work with solenoid or twin-coil switch machines such as Atlas, Peco or Kato snap machines. Specifications Brand Digitrax Item Number DS44 Type Basic quad stationary decoder Outputs 4 (A, B, C, D), one slow-motion turnout machine each Turnout Machine Types Slow motion only Power From the track (red and black wires) Addressing Set individually or in groups of 4 (factory default 1 to 4) Scale All scales Includes 1 DS44 stationary decoder, 1 instruction card Made In USA Warranty Digitrax one-year No Worries Warranty UPC 652667080033 Features Controls 4 individual slow-motion turnout machines from your DCC throttle Quick setup: send one switch command and the DS44 takes a sequential group of 4 addresses (for example 5, 6, 7, 8) Individual setup: give each output any switch address you like (for example 6, 13, 25 and 105) Track powered, so no separate accessory power supply is needed Works with Digitrax and other NMRA-compatible DCC systems Compact, shrink-wrapped board that tucks under the benchwork Frequently Asked Questions Will the DS44 run Atlas, Peco or Kato snap switch machines?No. It only drives slow-motion stall-motor machines like the Tortoise. Solenoid (twin-coil) machines need a different stationary decoder. How do I set the addresses?With track power off, connect the red and black wires to the track. Temporarily connect the white setup wire to the same rail as the black wire to set a sequential group of 4, or to the same rail as the red wire to set each output individually. Turn power on, operate the switch address (or the 4 addresses, in order A to D) from your throttle, then disconnect the white wire and fold it away. Does it need its own power supply?No. The DS44 is powered from the track through its red and black wires. What scale is it for?Any scale. It controls the turnout machines, not the track, so it works for N, HO, O and larger. Explore More Browse more DCC Decoders and Electronics & Wiring at Squeaky's Trains & Things.

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The Digitrax LT5C is a handy LocoNet diagnostic tool — it plugs into any LocoNet jack and uses an LED indicator to verify that the cable, the jack, and the LocoNet bus power are all wired correctly. The LED lights up only when ALL six pins of the RJ12 jack get correct signal — making it the fastest way to find a bad cable, a miswired UP5/UP6 panel, or a broken LocoNet run before you spend hours debugging your throttles. This 2-pack gives you one to leave at the start of your bus and one to walk around with. Looking for more DCC tools and accessories? Browse our DCC Decoders and Electronics & Wiring collections. Features 2 LT5C tester modules per pack — one for each end of the bus, or one for the home base and one to walk the layout. Plugs into any standard Digitrax LocoNet RJ12 (6P6C) jack. Single LED indicator lights when all six pins are wired correctly — instant pass/fail. No batteries, no setup — passive diagnostic, draws power from LocoNet. Compact key-fob sized housing, slips into any toolbox or pocket. More Information Brand Digitrax Item Number LT5C Type LocoNet cable / jack tester Quantity 2 testers per pack Connection RJ12 6P6C plug Indicator Single LED — on = pass / off = fail Power Drawn from LocoNet bus (no batteries) System Digitrax LocoNet Condition New — sealed FAQ What does it test?It verifies all six LocoNet pins are correctly wired AND that the LocoNet bus is delivering signal at that jack. If the LED is dark, you have either a bad cable, a miswired UP5/UP6 panel, an unplugged section, or a dead command station. Will the LT5C find a specific bad wire?Not exactly — it gives a pass/fail on the whole jack. To narrow down which pin is bad you'd plug it into successive jacks along the bus to find where the fault starts. For pin-by-pin testing, Digitrax also makes the LT1 (more detailed but discontinued in some regions). Do I need two?Two-pack lets you leave one at the command station to confirm the bus is alive, then walk the layout with the other to verify each UP panel and run as you set up or debug. Many builders also leave one permanently plugged into a hard-to-reach drop point for instant verification. Will it work on non-Digitrax DCC systems?No. LocoNet is Digitrax-specific. NCE, MRC, and other DCC systems use different cab buses.

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The Digitrax LNMC3 is a 3-pack of LocoNet modular couplers — small inline RJ12 (6P6C) joiners that connect two LocoNet cables together to extend a run or splice in additional length. Each coupler has a female RJ12 jack on both ends, so you can chain standard LocoNet cables (like the LNC82) into a longer drop without cutting or crimping anything. Looking for more DCC wiring and accessories? Browse our Electronics & Wiring and DCC Decoders collections. Features 3 modular couplers per pack — join LocoNet cables end-to-end without tools. Female RJ12 6-position 6-conductor (6P6C) jack on both ends — matches all Digitrax LocoNet cables. Maintains full 6-wire LocoNet signal through the connection. Compact inline housing — tucks neatly under benchwork. No batteries, no setup — passive pass-through connector. More Information Brand Digitrax Item Number LNMC3 Type LocoNet modular coupler / inline joiner Quantity 3 couplers per pack Connection RJ12 6P6C female — both ends System Digitrax LocoNet Condition New — sealed UPC 652667180078 FAQ What do I use these for?To join two LocoNet cables into one longer run — for example, connecting two 8-foot LNC82 cables to reach 16 feet, or splicing a short jumper into an existing drop. Plug a cable into each end of the coupler. Are these the same as a UP5 panel?No. A UP5/UP6 is a powered plug-in panel for throttles. The LNMC3 is just a passive female-female joiner to extend cable length — no throttle jack, no power, no faceplate. Will signal degrade through the coupler?For typical home-layout runs, no — LocoNet tolerates couplers fine. Avoid chaining many couplers on very long runs; if you need long distance, use a single long cable instead. Digitrax only?Yes — LocoNet is Digitrax's proprietary bus. The connector is standard RJ12 but the wiring/signal is LocoNet-specific.

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Bachmann's N scale USRA 0-6-0 switcher with slope-back tender is a versatile yard engine ready for almost any 1920s-and-later layout. The painted, unlettered black finish lets you decal it for your own freelanced railroad or weather it for a custom road of your choice. With a die-cast chassis, all-metal siderods, and traction-tired drivers, this little switcher pulls strong and tracks smoothly down to 11.25" radius curves. Looking for more N Scale locomotives? Browse our N Trains & Track and N Track & Accessories. Features Precision motor with die-cast frame and die-cast boiler for great pulling power and weight on the drivers Blackened metal wheels with RP25 contours and all-metal siderods Separately applied metal and plastic handrails wrapping the boiler Slope-back tender with frame-mounted E-Z Mate Mark II magnetic knuckle couplers Painted unlettered black — a clean canvas for custom decaling or weathering Operates on standard analog DC; not DCC-equipped Scale: N (1:160) More Information Brand Bachmann Item Number 50598 Scale N (1:160) Road Name Painted Unlettered (black) Locomotive Type Steam (USRA 0-6-0 Switcher) Tender Slope-back DCC Standard DC (analog) Era Steam Era / Transition Era (1918–1950s) Minimum Curve Radius 11.25" Couplers E-Z Mate Mark II magnetic knuckle (frame mounted) Approximate Length 5" (loco + tender) Condition New UPC 022899505985 FAQ Will it work on my DCC layout?It's a standard analog DC model out of the box. To run it on DCC, you'd need to install a small N-scale DCC decoder — there is no factory DCC version of this exact item. Can I letter it for my own road?Yes — that's the appeal of the painted unlettered version. The black factory paint takes decals and weathering well, so you can dress it up for any pre-1950s road that ran 0-6-0 switchers. What's the smallest curve it can handle?11.25" radius (or larger). It's happy on tight yard trackage — perfect for the switching role it was designed for. What era is the USRA 0-6-0 correct for?The USRA standard 0-6-0 design dates to 1918, and many railroads kept these in switching service into the 1950s. Good for any Steam Era or Transition Era yard scene.

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Bachmann's N scale EMD SD40-2 brings Norfolk Southern's Thoroughbred-scheme #6160 to your layout with a retooled body, Econami DCC sound, and Hyperdrive2 motor control. The SD40-2 was the most successful unit in EMD's Dash 2 lineup — over 4,000 built between 1972 and 1989 — and NS rostered them across freight service for decades. With dual-mode DC/DCC operation and 16-bit polyphonic sound, this is a layout-ready locomotive that runs on any system. Looking for more N Scale locomotives? Browse our N Trains & Track and N Track & Accessories. Features All-new tooling with road-specific details: dynamic brake, front plow, sun shades, and cosmetic ditch lights Soundtraxx Econami 16-bit polyphonic sound with user-adjustable effects and volume; Hyperdrive2 motor control for refined low-speed running NMRA-compliant dual-mode DC/DCC decoder with Flex-Map function mapping (F0–F28) Precision motor with flywheel drive, die-cast frame, and all-wheel drive for strong pulling power Operating headlight and reverse light with Rule 17 operation or automatic direction control Separately applied handrails and horns; detailed trucks with see-through sideframes; blackened metal wheels (RP25) Scale: N (1:160) More Information Brand Bachmann Item Number 67076 Scale N (1:160) Road Name Norfolk Southern (Thoroughbred) Road Number 6160 Locomotive Type Diesel (EMD SD40-2) DCC DCC Sound Equipped (Econami dual-mode DC/DCC) Era Modern (1972–present) Minimum Curve Radius 11.25" Condition New FAQ Will it run on my DC layout?Yes — the dual-mode decoder runs on standard analog DC or any DCC system. Sound functions are limited on DC, but motor and lights work normally. What's Hyperdrive2?Soundtraxx's advanced motor control system. It refines low-speed creep so the locomotive switches and starts smoothly, especially valuable for an SD40-2 that often pulls slow drag freights. Does the headlight follow direction automatically?Yes. The decoder supports Rule 17 lighting (separate dim/bright control for prototype operation) or automatic direction-based switching, your choice. What era does the Thoroughbred scheme fit?Norfolk Southern adopted the black-with-white-Thoroughbred-logo scheme in 1982 when NS was formed, and it remained standard for decades. Good for any 1980s-and-later NS layout.

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Broadway Limited's HO scale EMD GP30 brings Southern Pacific's iconic "Bloody Nose" #5012 to your layout, rendered with road-specific detailing and the all-new Paragon4 sound and DCC system. The GP30 was EMD's response to GE's U25B and a turning point in the second-generation diesel race — 948 were built between 1961 and 1963, and SP rostered them as core mainline power for decades. With Rolling Thunder bass, GoPack capacitor packs, and individually controllable lighting, this is a layout-ready locomotive that runs as good as it looks. Looking for more HO Scale locomotives? Browse our HO Trains & Track and HO Track & Accessories. Features Flywheel-equipped drive with all-wheel pickup and a die-cast chassis for smooth, heavy pulling power Individually controllable headlight, rear light, front and rear numberboard lights, classification lights, cab light, and Mars light Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC with Rolling Thunder, integral GoPack capacitor pack, recordable DCC operation, and Pro Lighting Mode Metal Kadee-compatible couplers (qty 2) and 18" minimum operating radius — runs on Code 70, 83, and 100 rail Road-specific Southern Pacific Bloody Nose paint and details: handrails, grab irons, horn, bell, wipers, and etched metal grills Scale: HO (1:87) More Information Brand Broadway Limited Imports Item Number 9141 Scale HO (1:87) Road Name Southern Pacific (Bloody Nose) Road Number 5012 Locomotive Type Diesel (EMD GP30) DCC DCC Sound Equipped (Paragon4 Dual-Mode DC/DCC) Era Transition Era / Modern (1961–present) Minimum Curve Radius 18" Couplers Metal Kadee-compatible (qty 2) Condition New FAQ Will it run on a DC layout right out of the box?Yes. Paragon4 is a true dual-mode decoder — you can run it on standard analog DC or on any DCC system without any changes. Does the sound work in DC mode?Yes. The integral GoPack capacitor pack keeps audio playing reliably even on dirty track or through dead spots, in both DC and DCC. What's "Rolling Thunder"?It's Broadway Limited's accessory subwoofer system that adds prototype-level low bass to the locomotive's prime mover sound. The GP30's onboard speaker handles full audio on its own; Rolling Thunder is optional. What era is this Southern Pacific scheme correct for?The "Bloody Nose" scarlet-and-gray scheme appeared in 1958 and ran through the SP merger in 1996, so this engine fits any 1960s-through-mid-1990s SP layout.

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The Walthers Mainline 910-10016 brings the Plymouth ML-8 industrial switcher to HO scale in distinctive US Air Force livery. This compact diesel switcher has been a workhorse of military bases and industrial sidings since the 1920s, perfect for layouts featuring Air Force installations, missile bases, depots, and any military or industrial scene needing a small but capable switcher. Looking for more HO Scale locomotives? Browse our HO Scale Trains & Track and HO Scale Track & Accessories. Features 5-pole skew-wound motor with prototypical low-speed gearing, helical-cut gears, all-wheel drive and electrical pickup, and machined brass flywheel Heavy die-cast metal underframe and hood for serious pulling power in a small package Constant and directional LED lights, etched metal radiator guard, separate metal handrails, and 3-point suspension for positive track contact RP-25 metal wheels and Walthers Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers Standard DC analog operation (DCC ready) with authentic US Air Force paint and lettering Scale: HO (1:87) More Information Brand Walthers Mainline Item Number 910-10016 Scale HO (1:87) Road Name US Air Force (USAF) Locomotive Type Diesel Prototype Plymouth ML-8 Industrial Switcher DCC Standard DC analog (DCC ready) Era 1920s — present (multi-era) Weight 3.6 oz Condition New FAQ Is this DCC equipped?No — this is the Standard DC analog version. It is DCC ready, so you can drop in a decoder for full DCC operation when ready. Is the US Air Force scheme historically accurate?Yes — the USAF operated small industrial switchers like the Plymouth ML-8 at airfields, missile bases, and depots to move freight cars and supplies on base trackage from the 1950s onward. What era does this fit?The Plymouth ML-8 prototype has been in service from the 1920s through today, so it works on layouts spanning nearly any era. Pair with USAF-themed industries and military scenes for the most prototypical fit. What couplers and wheels does it use?RP-25 metal wheels and Walthers Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers — compatible with all standard HO scale couplers.

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The Walthers Mainline 910-10020 brings the Plymouth ML-8 industrial switcher to HO scale in clean white undecorated paint, ready for your custom industrial lettering. This compact diesel switcher has been a workhorse of trackside industries since the 1920s, perfect for shortlines, mills, lumber yards, and any layout that needs a small but capable switcher. Includes a sheet of Cornerstone-style decals with logos and numbers so you can letter it for any freelanced industry. Looking for more HO Scale locomotives? Browse our HO Scale Trains & Track and HO Scale Track & Accessories. Features 5-pole skew-wound motor with prototypical low-speed gearing, helical-cut gears for quiet operation, all-wheel drive and electrical pickup, and machined brass flywheel Heavy die-cast metal underframe and hood for serious pulling power in a small package Constant and directional LED lights, etched metal see-through radiator guard, separate metal handrails, and 3-point suspension for positive track contact RP-25 metal wheels and Walthers Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers Standard DC analog operation (DCC ready) with included Cornerstone decal sheet for custom industrial lettering Scale: HO (1:87) More Information Brand Walthers Mainline Item Number 910-10020 Scale HO (1:87) Road Name Undecorated (White) Locomotive Type Diesel Prototype Plymouth ML-8 Industrial Switcher DCC Standard DC analog (DCC ready) Era 1920s — present (multi-era) Condition New FAQ Is this DCC equipped?No — this is the Standard DC analog version. It is DCC ready, so you can drop in a decoder for full DCC operation when ready. What does "undecorated" mean here?The locomotive comes painted white but without lettering or industry markings. Walthers includes a Cornerstone decal sheet so you can letter it for your own freelanced industry, mill, or shortline. What era does this fit?The Plymouth ML-8 prototype has been in service from the 1920s through today, so it works on layouts spanning nearly any era. What couplers and wheels does it use?RP-25 metal wheels and Walthers Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers — compatible with all standard HO scale couplers.

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Add a touch of railroad executive history to your HO scale layout with this Broadway Limited Imports Union Pacific Business Car #101 "Lone Star" with the iconic black "Building America" backlit drumhead. Originally built in 1950 by Pullman-Standard as Coach No. 5447 and later renamed in honor of UP's Texas operations, car #101 is a familiar sight on Union Pacific excursion consists, and this model captures it with detailed prototype-accurate exteriors and full interior decoration. Looking for more HO scale rolling stock? Browse our HO Scale Trains & Track and HO Track & Accessories. Features Prototype-accurate "Building America" backlit drumhead in black Individually controllable LED lighting — interior lights, ditchlights, marker lights, tail lights, and lit drumhead, all toggled via roof touch Detailed and decorated interior with prototypical color scheme for car #101 Operating Kadee couplers (qty. 2) — compatible with Code 70, 83, and 100 rail Accurate underbody components and precisely replicated roof details Minimum operating radius: 18 inches Scale: HO (1:87) More Information Brand Broadway Limited Imports Item Number 9595 Scale HO (1:87) Car Type Business Car / Observation Road Name Union Pacific Road Number #101 "Lone Star" Drumhead Black "Building America" — backlit Era Modern (Present-Day) Coupler Operating Kadee (Code 70/83/100 compatible) Min Radius 18 inches Condition New UPC 840396395959 FAQ What's the prototype history of car #101?Built in 1950 by Pullman-Standard as Coach No. 5447, the car originally bore the name Pocatello (after Shoshone Chief Pocatello) and was renamed "Lone Star" in 2001 following a major interior overhaul to honor Union Pacific's operations in Texas. Today it runs on UP excursion consists and special trains. Does the drumhead light up?Yes — the "Building America" drumhead is backlit and individually controllable along with the rest of the LED lighting via roof-touch controls. Will this run on my layout's curves?The minimum operating radius is 18 inches, so it will work on most HO layouts including modest 4×8 setups. Are couplers included?Yes — operating Kadee couplers are factory-installed and compatible with Code 70, 83, and 100 rail.

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The Broadway Limited 9017 is the Union Pacific business car #119 "Kenefick" — a heavyweight observation car finished in UP's classic Armour Yellow with the Missouri Bicentennial drumhead on the rear platform. Named for John Kenefick, the long-serving UP president and CEO, this car has run as part of UP's executive train consist and is a perfect tail-end addition to any UP heritage or excursion train on your HO layout. What's Included One ready-to-run UP Business Car #119 "Kenefick" heavyweight observation Missouri Bicentennial commemorative drumhead with operating LED lighting Detailed underbody with separately applied piping, brake gear, and trucks Full interior detail visible through window glazing Operating LED interior, marker, and tail-light illumination Magnetic knuckle couplers Specifications Brand Broadway Limited Imports Item Number 9017 Scale HO Scale (1:87) Type Heavyweight Business Car / Observation Road Name Union Pacific Road Number 119 — "Kenefick" Special Detail Missouri Bicentennial Drumhead Era Modern (Heritage / Executive Service) Lighting Operating LED interior + drumhead Couplers Magnetic Knuckle About the Prototype UP #119 is a heavyweight business car that has served Union Pacific's executive fleet for decades. The car was named in honor of John C. Kenefick, who served as UP's president from 1971 to 1985 and is widely credited with steering the railroad through deregulation and modernization. The Missouri Bicentennial drumhead commemorates the state's 200th anniversary in 2021 — UP fitted several heritage and business cars with the drumhead for the celebration. Today the Kenefick still rolls on UP business specials, foamer-favorite excursions, and the railroad's Cheyenne–North Platte heritage runs. FAQ What scale is this?HO scale (1:87). It pairs with HO scale UP heritage diesels and steam locomotives. Does the drumhead light up?Yes. The Missouri Bicentennial drumhead has operating LED illumination, as do the marker lights and interior. Is this DCC?The car is rolling stock — no decoder is needed. The lighting is constant-on and runs from track power. What couplers does it use?Magnetic knuckle couplers, compatible with Kadee and similar. More From Squeaky's All HO Scale Passenger Cars Broadway Limited Imports

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The WalthersMainline 81' 8-Axle Depressed Center Flatcar in Southern Railway #50030 is built for serious heavy-haul scenes. With its low-slung well between two four-wheel trucks, this HO scale prototype has hauled transformers, generators, and other oversize freight on Southern's mainline since the 1960s — a perfect addition to any modern or transition-era freight roster. Features Heavy die-cast metal body for outstanding tracking performance, empty or loaded. Four 100-ton trucks with 36" RP-25 metal wheelsets for smooth running through turnouts and curves. Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers — body-mounted and ready to run out of the box. Separate air and handbrake details at both ends, modeled per prototype designs. Handles oversize and heavy loads up to 150 tons (136 mt) — pair with the Cornerstone(R) Electric Transformer Kit (#933-3126) for a realistic load. One-time run of these road numbers — limited quantity available. Specifications Brand WalthersMainline Item Number 910-50235 Scale HO (1:87) Road Name Southern Railway System Road Number 50030 Body Material Die-Cast Metal Couplers Proto MAX(TM) Metal Knuckle Wheelsets 36" RP-25 Metal Trucks Four 100-Ton Era 1960s to Present Capacity Up to 150 tons (136 mt) FAQ Will this run on my existing HO layout?Yes. It has body-mounted Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers and 36" RP-25 wheelsets, and runs on standard HO Code 70, 83, or 100 track. Eight-axle cars need broad curves — 24" radius minimum recommended. What loads does this car carry?Depressed center flats are designed for oversize and heavy freight — transformers, generators, large castings, and similar industrial loads. Walthers makes the Cornerstone Electric Transformer Kit (#933-3126) sized specifically for this car. Is the body really die-cast metal?Yes — the heavy die-cast frame keeps the car planted on the rails whether running empty or loaded. It's a noticeable upgrade over plastic-bodied freight cars in the same size class. What couplers does it use?It comes ready to run with Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers, body-mounted, fully compatible with Kadee and other knuckle couplers. Explore More Browse more HO scale rolling stock, our full lineup of WalthersMainline products, or check out other HO scale items for your layout.

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