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HO River Pass Track Pack

• Atlas HO Scale River Pass Track Pack – 578
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This Track Pack Contains All the Atlas HO Code 83 Track You Need to / Complete Woodland Scenics River Pass Layout Kit. / / FEATURES: All the track you need to create the HO scale River Pass Layout, as / per the instructions included in the original Woodland Scenics® / Kit box (WOOU9184). / Atlas HO Code 83 track is the choice of modelers of all skill levels / and has become the new standard in model railroading. / Prototypically-fine brown ties and nickel silver rail. / Incredibly reliable! / Warren Truss Bridge assembly kit with realistic wood grain details. / Illustrated track layout instructions. / / INCLUDES: (17) 9″” Straight / (5) 6″” Straight / (3) 3″” Straight / (34) 18″” Radius Full Section / (2) 1/3 18″” Radius / (1) Snap-Switch Left Remote / (1) Snap-Switch Right Remote / (1) Warren Truss Bridge / Rail Joiners / / REQUIRES: Assembly / Phillips Screwdriver / Cement / / SPECS: Scale: HO 1:87 / Code: 83 (.083″”) / Layout: 4′ x 8′

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Question by Wilma: Who is the better model train engine maker? Kato or Atlas? Is Micro-Train decent for rolling stock & track?
I am looking to purchase a starter “set” that is packaged with either an Atlas or Kato engine, and a matching caboose, 3 pieces of rolling stock and a track starter pack all by Micro-Trains. Is this something that someone who is interested in building a collection would consider a decent starting point or should I just get them a gift certificate?

Best answer:

Answer by Whit W
If this is their first set either one should be ok. You didn’t specify the scale but I’m guessing that it’s either N or Ho. I’ve had Atlas engines in both scales and there are fine machines. I’ve had Kato in N scale and they are good too. Micro Trains makes some nice rolling stock. I have quite a bit of it and I’m very impressed with it. I would recommend getting something that is DCC capable if you think this is going to become a hobby. This is a remote control system that most hobbiests switch too when they begin building a layout.
Another thing to consider is what is the intended recipients railroad interests. Do they have a favorite railroad, do they prefer diesel or steam, what sort of railroad influences do they have in their life. What are the local railroads in the area.
My personal tastes are The Southern Railroad in the early 50’s but I also collect other southeastern railroads equipment of the same era. Most family members would not attempt to buy me a train gift because of this. However my wife has nailed it a couple of times particularly with books on related subjects.
I hope I’m not turning you away from the idea because there’s nothing like a running train as a gift particullarly set up and running. If you want a few add ons throw in a copy of Modelrailroader and a gift certificate for a couple of extra freight cars. It’s a hobby that can last a lifetime.

Good luck and hope this helps.

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