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Tell me about Kato Unitrack

  Kato Unitrack is a modular track system for N scale model trains. It is made by Kato, a Japanese model train manufacturer. Unitrack is known for its high quality, durability, and ease of use. Unitrack is made of nickel silver rails and plastic ties. The rails are held together by a unique snap-together system that makes it easy to assemble and disassemble the track. Unitrack is also available with a ballasted surface, which gives it a more realistic appearance. Unitrack is compatible with most N scale locomotives and rolling stock. It is also compatible with DCC (Digital Command Control), which allows you to control your trains with a computer or handheld controller. Kato Unitrack is a popular choice for model train enthusiasts of all levels. It is a great choice for beginners because it is easy to use and set up. It is also a great choice for experienced modelers because it is high quality and durable. Here are some of the benefits of using Kato Unitrack: High quality: Kato Unitrack
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About us

 I created a new page on the Train Trax website to say a bit about where Train Trax came from and who is now operating it: https://traintrax.co.uk/about-us
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Container wagons (US)

 These are great, but fiddly to put together. I tried some of the MAXI-I set at the Yorkshire Area N gauge society meeting . I was advised that the articulated joints go togther best if you join them at an angle. Video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZjkhO1ndpI
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Basics

 Kato Part numbers starting: 20 are track or related , including bridges and track sets. 10 are sets of rolling stock, including multiple units for Japan or Europe . 106 are US sets - basically anything with more than one unit 176 are US locos 156 are US coaches . 22 are controllers or sound cards. 23 are structures or buildings (and some vehicles/containers etc). 24 are accessories such as cables. Numbers with no prefix are single coaches or locos for either Japan or Europe. Sometimes these have a suffix for different liveries. European stuff from Lenke has common starting numbers eg 74 Trams start 14. When available tram track would start 40 and tram related building would be 43. Oo9 start 51
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Introduction

 This is a personal blog to record what I learn about Kato N gauge products. My name is Ian, and since January I've been running Train Trax, www.traintrax.co.uk, selling Kato. I took over the website with general knowledge of model railways and a willingness to learn. The previous ownere Keith gave me a great handover, but I thought it would be good to jot down what else I've found out since.
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