OO Y Point Radii 852mm Arcs 11.25°
Featuring:
- Accessory type & purpose: OO gauge Y point turnout designed to split train routes and improve layout flow.
- Realistic track geometry: 852mm radius with 11.25° arc for smooth, controlled transitions between lines.
- Layout expansion: Supports complex OO gauge railway designs such as yards, loops, and branch routes.
- Reliable operation: Designed for consistent electrical contact and smooth wheel passage across junctions.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Gauge: OO (16.5mm)
- Radius: 852mm
- Angle: 11.25°
Technical Specifications:
- Accessory category: Model railway track
- Track type: Y point / turnout
- Gauge: OO (16.5mm)
- Radius geometry: 852mm curve sections
- Arc: 11.25°
- Power requirement: Track powered
- Assembly: Ready to use
- Compatibility: OO gauge model railway systems
Suitable for OO gauge railway modellers building realistic layouts with branching track control and smooth operational flow.
Why this accessory matters
This Y point gives you more control over train movement across your layout. It allows a single line to divide into two routes without tight or unrealistic curves.
The 852mm radius helps rolling stock run with less resistance, especially longer passenger coaches and freight wagons. The 11.25° angle supports precise layout planning for larger and more structured railway designs.
You can use this track section to build depots, sidings, or mainline splits. How would your layout change if trains could move through multiple paths with smoother control?
How to use it
Connect the Y point into your OO gauge track system. Ensure solid rail joins for electrical continuity. Check alignment with surrounding track sections before securing into your baseboard layout.