{"product_id":"ho-scale-kadee-148-140-series-whisker-metal-couplers-with-gearboxes","title":"HO Scale Kadee #148 140-Series Whisker® Metal Couplers with Gearboxes","description":"\u003cp\u003eUpgrade HO-scale model railcars with Kadee #148 140-Series Whisker® metal couplers and insulated gearboxes. This medium-centerset set is for model railroaders who want dependable coupling with a simpler drop-in design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kadee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e HO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-centerset-shank metal coupler with Whisker® centering design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interchangeable with Kadee No. 5®, #28, #58, #118, #119, #158, and most manufacturers’ medium-centerset OEM knuckle couplers. For a #38 equivalent, use the #148 in a #252 gearbox. The #148 is also a direct replacement for most Bachmann On30 couplers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two pairs of #148 Whisker® metal couplers, two pairs of #242 snap-together gearboxes and lids, and two spare #622 knuckle springs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid using a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox, as electrical crossover and shorting may cause damage. Use the included insulated gearbox or an insulated #28 coupler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhisker® Coupler Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Whisker® series improves on the classic No. 5® design by removing separate centering springs and multi-piece assembly. Its drop-in format is designed to provide smooth, reliable coupling when used with compatible equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHelpful Resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-couplers-accessories\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHO couplers and accessories\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, or visit the manufacturer’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kadee.com\/\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eKadee product website\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for additional product information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kadee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46363019018471,"sku":"KDE148IH","price":6.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7798\/9095\/products\/ho-scale-kadee-148-140-series-whisker-r-metal-couplers-with-gearboxes-mpm-hobbies-1.jpg?v=1750784776","url":"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/products\/ho-scale-kadee-148-140-series-whisker-metal-couplers-with-gearboxes","provider":"MPM Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}