N Kato Unitram Street Track R180mm Left Electric Turnout 40-212

N Kato Unitram Street Track R180mm Left Electric Turnout 40-212

This precision-engineered left-hand electric turnout is an essential component of the KATO Unitram street track system, designed for N scale model railroading. The R180mm radius curved turnout allows you to create realistic street-running tram and light rail layouts with smooth, reliable operation and authentic urban aesthetics.

Key Features

• R180mm radius curve - Moderate curve radius for realistic street layouts
• Left-hand electric turnout - Remote control operation for hands-free switching
• Street track design - Embedded rails with realistic pavement texture
• Precision engineering - KATO's renowned quality for smooth, reliable operation
• Compatible with Unitram system - Integrates seamlessly with all KATO Unitram track components
• Realistic detailing - Authentic street surface appearance with embedded rails
• Electric operation - Connect to your control system for remote switching

About KATO Unitram System

The KATO Unitram system is a specialized track line designed for modeling street-running trams, light rail, and interurban railways in N scale. Unlike traditional ballasted track, Unitram features rails embedded in realistic pavement surfaces, allowing you to create authentic urban street scenes where trains share the road with vehicles and pedestrians. The system includes straight track, curves, turnouts, and specialty pieces that can be combined to build complex street railway networks.

Technical Specifications

• Scale: N Scale (1:160)
• Radius: R180mm (7.09 inches)
• Configuration: Left-hand turnout
• Operation: Electric remote control
• Track Type: Street track with embedded rails
• Product Code: 40-212

Applications & Layout Ideas

This left-hand turnout is perfect for creating realistic street railway layouts including urban tram systems, light rail transit lines, vintage streetcar operations, and modern LRT networks. Use it to build passing sidings on street-running lines, create branch lines to industrial areas or depots, design complex street intersections with multiple routes, or model authentic European or North American street railway scenes.

Recommended Complementary Products

Build a complete Unitram street railway system with these products from our N Scale KATO Scenery collection:

• N Kato Unitram Street Track Electric Turnout Right 40-213 - Matching right-hand turnout
• N Kato Unitram Street Straight Track 124mm 40-024 - Straight street track sections
• N Kato Left 45° R180 Unitram Street Curved Track 40-103 - Matching radius curved track
• N Kato Right 45° R180 Unitram Street Curved Track 40-104 - Right-hand curved track
• N Kato Unitram Shared-Exclusive Boundary Track 124mm 40-025 - Transition track
• N Kato 7-5/16" Unitram Double Track Straight 40-014 - Double track sections

Complete your street railway scene with KATO buildings, vehicles, and figures from our N Scale KATO Scenery collection.

About KATO

KATO is a world-renowned Japanese manufacturer of precision model railroad products, celebrated for exceptional quality, innovative engineering, and meticulous attention to detail. Since 1957, KATO has set the standard for N scale model railroading with their Unitrack system and extensive line of locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories. The Unitram street track system represents KATO's commitment to providing modelers with specialized products for creating authentic, realistic layouts. Visit KATO USA's official website to explore their complete range of N scale products and layout planning resources.

SKU: KAT40212 | Scale: N Scale | Type: Street Track Turnout | Manufacturer: KATO