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smallest (safe) radius for curves (newbie question)
smallest (safe) radius for curves (newbie question)
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Anonymous
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smallest (safe) radius for curves (newbie question)
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Anonymous
on Saturday, January 29, 2005 10:50 PM
Sorry for another simple question, but what's the smallest radius curve would most people recommend for n-scale (kato unitrack) if we're running longer cars (like passenger cars)?
thanks for any help
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dehusman
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September 2003
From: Omaha, NE
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Posted by
dehusman
on Sunday, January 30, 2005 12:35 AM
There is a "safe" radius and a "good looking" radius. Most N scale stuff is designed to go around a 9" radius curve so that would be about the minimum. For best visual effect I would suggest 15" or more.
Dave H.
Dave H. Painted side goes up. My website : wnbranch.com
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