{"product_id":"ho-scale-kadee-156-whisker-scale-metal-couplers-with-gearboxes","title":"HO Scale Kadee #156 Whisker® Scale Metal Couplers with Gearboxes","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Kadee #156 is an HO Scale Whisker metal coupler set for model railroaders who want a long centerset shank and a prototypical scale-sized head and knuckle. Its drop-in design pairs with the included gearboxes and lids for a straightforward upgrade.\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 Whisker scale metal couplers with long (25\/64\") centerset shanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interchangeable with #26, #36, #146, and most manufacturers' long centerset OEM knuckle couplers. Use the #156 in a #252 gearbox for a #36 equivalent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drop-in couplers with a Whisker design that avoids a separate multi-piece centering-spring assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 pairs of #156 Scale Whisker metal couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 pairs of #242 snap-together gearboxes and lids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 spare #625 knuckle springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox, as electrical crossover and shorting may cause damage. Use the provided insulated gearbox or an insulated #26 coupler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKadee Magne-Matic Couplers and Uncouplers are designed to work together for hands-free coupling and uncoupling on a model railroad layout. Explore more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/464434790631\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHO couplers and accessories\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, or review \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kadee.com\/\" target=\"_self\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eKadee coupler specifications\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kadee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46363086946535,"sku":"KDE156IH","price":7.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7798\/9095\/products\/ho-scale-kadee-156-whisker-r-scale-metal-couplers-with-gearboxes-mpm-hobbies-1.jpg?v=1750784790","url":"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/products\/ho-scale-kadee-156-whisker-scale-metal-couplers-with-gearboxes","provider":"MPM Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}