{"product_id":"kato-23-016-1-gradual-incline-pier-set-n-scale","title":"KATO 23-016-1 Gradual Incline Pier Set N Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eGradual Incline Pier Set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e● Use in combination with the Inclined Pier Basic Set.\u003cbr\u003e● Use to support the middle sections of single-track elevated curved tracks (R348-45) or to realistically replicate pier spans.\u003cbr\u003eUsage Instructions\u003cbr\u003e● KATO's UNITRACK elevated system allows for the easy assembly of a stable elevated layout through the use of S-Joiners.\u003cbr\u003e● Insert these piers between existing supports when using long straight sections or large-radius curves (such as R348-45°) on an incline, or when you wish to shorten the span between piers for a more realistic scene.\u003cbr\u003e(1) The diagram at the top of the package back shows an example of a standard incline setup using five elevated track sections.\u003cbr\u003e(2) The resulting gradients are approximately 4% for 248mm straight track, 5.4% for 186mm straight track, 4% for R315-45 curved track, and 4.5% for R282-45 curved track.\u003cbr\u003e(3) You can also use these in conjunction with separately sold S-Joiners to create a gentler gradient.\u003cbr\u003e(4) Because the gradient becomes too steep, 124mm straight track and 62mm elevated track cannot be used to create an incline simply by using these inclined piers as-is.\u003cbr\u003eAbout Catenary Pole Bases\u003cbr\u003e● To use the included catenary pole bases, please purchase the separately sold S-Joiners (20-pack, Item No. 24-817).\u003cbr\u003eNotes\u003cbr\u003e● This is a revised version of Item No. 23-016.\u003cbr\u003e● Catenary pole bases are now included with the product.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KATO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67633997414460,"sku":"4949727688305","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/8376\/5308\/files\/23-016-1.jpg?v=1791434759","url":"https:\/\/sunsetbluetrains.com\/products\/kato-23-016-1-gradual-incline-pier-set-n-scale","provider":"Sunset Blue Trains","version":"1.0","type":"link"}