HO Scale Bachmann Trains Snap-Fit E-Z Track Remote Turnout - Left

Well made, easy to install. Connector cable is good length, but for larger layouts, an extension cable should be considered.

Fast shipping and product as described

i appreciate the Bachmann EZ track system because it makes setting up a track pretty easy. Some may say that the look is not completely realistic and that may be true, but I didn't need to make a museum display. The track is durable and it will support a long train on different surfaces. I just have to be careful with the switching as it can be a source of derailment.

Wish there were terminals instead of hard wire, would reduce splicing

Sometimes they derail going over it,sometimes they don't, no matter how slow,the two movable rails have very little tension on them to stay there when train crosses.

Like all EZ turnouts, this needs tweeking. The points invariably need to be filed down to prevent derailment. There are numerous videos illustrating how to do this on YT. Once this is done, they work just fine.

Originally, I had some issues with small locomotives hesitating or coming to a complete stop as they cross the frog in the turnout, if they weren't going fast enough. I discovered (I read the directions finally!!!!) I had to make a slight wiring change , which powered the frogs, as the rest of the turnout. The derailing also ceased to be a problem once I realized I had to throw the switch to the direction the train was coming from (as opposed to only using the switch to direct the direction it was heading). I'm completely satisfied with the quality of these turnouts, and recommend them highly!

The media could not be loaded. Bachmann EZ track turnouts are absolutely awful, the flanges derail everything that goes over them. They don't always line up properly when powered, and considering the price they should not be this bad. Bachmann trains are great for starting out in the hobby, but don't stick with their track.