Atlas track "full curve" not a full curve!

[Anonymous]

I guess that's it - I'll just chalk it up to the first or many beginner mistakes. I just assumed that a full curve would make a full curve, but I see what you mean by full piece, 1/2 piece. What I have is for a 17.5" radius.
thanks for the reply,
Robb

[rrinker]

Are you sure you're not confusing the LENGTH? Atlas sells curved track in full pieces, 1/2, and 1/3. It refers to the length of the piece, not how much of a circle it makes.
In HO, the 18" radius track takes fewer pieces to make a full circle than the 22" radius. The different N scale radii are the same, it takes a lot fewer 9 3/4" radius pieces to make a full circle than it does the 19" radius stuff.

--Randy

[Anonymous]

Maybe I'm stupid, but I thought a pack of Atlas N Code 55 Track that is labeled "Full Curve" and includes 6 pieces would make a full curve that would cover 180 degrees. I bought 2 packs along w/ some straights with the intention of making an oval to just get me started. Well I guess those of you who are now laughing know that it takes 8 pieces of track to make a 180 degree curve! What gives? Where did they come up with the name "full curve" to describe a 135 degree curve? Please tell me I'm not the only one confused.
thanks,
Robb