Bachmann #6 Crossover

[Tfgfran]

Using the Bachmann #6 Crossovers, what is the curve track radius that should be used on the inside and outside tracks to keep the 2 3/8 track center?

[Jim Banner]

Are you trying to make two concentric ovals with the tracks spaced 2-3/8" center-to-center?  This would require that the curves of the outside oval be 2-3/8" larger in radius than the curves of the inside oval.  A quick check of Bachmann's radii shows no curves that fit the bill.

You can come very close by using the same radius for both inside and outside tracks but adding a pair of 2-1/4" straight sections at each end of the outside oval.  E-Z Track will bend enough to put a cross-over in each side of such ovals if the ovals have a few straight sections on each side.  To make up the difference, the tracks have to be moved over only 1/16" each.

Others may have better solutions.

Jim

[Joe Satnik]

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