Atlas Code 83 Track

[Freight Train]

Hello all,
      I normally would be posting on the N scale forum but have decided to change scales and have a go at building a HO shelf switching layout . The one I'm interesting in doing is the Atlas Southside Connecting layout. I want to build this using Atlas's code 83 track but I have a question about the turnouts used for the build? I notice Atlas doesn't supply the switch motors for the turnouts and have to be purchased separately. Will the code 83 switch machine motor fit the # 4, #6 and WYE turnouts ? Been searching online and can't find a direct answer ? Also, will the Caboose Industries sprung throw switch stands work with these turnouts ?  Any help here would be greatly appreciated !

[Cory Rothlisberger]

All of our Code 83 Custom Line turnouts are designed to use the 584/585/586/587 switch machines (including our new curved turnout). For the Wye turnout, you can use either the LH or RH switch machine. You will only need to adjust the throw bar accordingly.

Regarding the Caboose ground throws, I don't see a reason why they wouldn't work with our track. I'll leave it to other members to chime in on their experience though...

[tom mann]

Thanks @Cory Rothlisberger for chiming in.

[Freight Train]

Thanks Cory for the info you supplied. That helps out tremendously !

[MVW]

We used the Caboose catapults on #6 Atlas turnouts on our last HO layout. They work great, but aren't there any better-looking alternatives available in HO now?

Jim