Build reliable and realistic narrow-gauge trackwork with the PECO SL-E496 Left-Hand Mainline Electrofrog Turnout from the Streamline OO-9 Code 80 range.

Designed for narrow-gauge models built to either OO scale at 4 mm to the foot or HO scale at 3.5 mm to the foot, this turnout operates on standard 9 mm gauge track. The mainline-style sleeper spacing represents narrow-gauge railways constructed to a higher standard, making it suitable for passenger lines, preserved railways, station areas and heavily used industrial systems.

The SL-E496 features a medium-radius left-hand curve, providing a smoother and more realistic route through the turnout than tighter-radius trackwork. Its live Electrofrog design improves electrical continuity through the crossing area, making it particularly useful for short-wheelbase locomotives and slow-speed operation.

This turnout is compatible with the PECO OO-9 Setrack rigid track system and other PECO Code 80 track components.

Product Details

• Manufacturer: PECO

• Range: Streamline OO-9

• Product code: SL-E496

• Track type: Left-hand turnout

• Sleeper style: Mainline sleepers

• Rail profile: Code 80

• Frog type: Electrofrog

• Radius: 457 mm

• Frog angle: 14 degrees

• Overall length: 143 mm

• Track gauge: 9 mm

• Suitable for OO and HO narrow-gauge models

• Compatible with PECO OO-9 Setrack

Recommended Accessories

• SL-310 Conducting Rail Joiners: Nickel silver rail joiners suitable for PECO Code 80 and Code 55 track

• SL-311 Insulated Rail Joiners: Used where electrical isolation is required

• SL-14 Track Fixing Pins: Chemically blackened mild-steel pins for discreetly securing trackwork

Electrofrog turnouts may require additional wiring and insulated rail joiners depending on the layout’s electrical configuration. PECO wiring publications Nos. 4 and 21 provide further guidance.

A dependable choice for modellers constructing realistic OO-9 narrow-gauge mainlines, station approaches, passing loops, yards and exhibition layouts.