#740 O Scale Type E Medium Centerset Metal Couplers with Metal Gearboxes
#740 Type E Medium Centerset Metal Couplers with Metal Gearboxes - Black - O Scale
This industry leading coupler features New Generation AAR Type "E" "Prototype" Head Medium Centerset Metal Couplers, and #850 O Scale centering spring and comes complete with Metal Gearboxes and lids. The #740 Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #805 Metal Gearbox or #818 Metal Gearbox (sold separately), #817 Plastic Gearbox (sold separately), #819 Extended Metal Gearbox (sold separately).
It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. Use a insulated #817 Gearbox or the #745 Type E Medium Centerset Metal Couplers that includes the insulated #817 Gearbox.
Two pair per package
UPC: 765484007401
Made in the U.S.A.
O-Scale
New Generation AAR Type "E" "Prototype" Head:
- Simple Drop in Design
- Trouble Free Operation
- Hidden Knuckle Spring
- AAR Type "E" Coupler Style
- Compatible with Kadee® O-Scale Couplers
- World-Renowned Quality & Performance
- They just Last & Last & Last...
Package Includes:
- (4) Each #740 Type "E" "Prototype" Metal Couplers - Medium Centerset Shank
- (4) Each #818 Metal Gearboxes & lids
- (5) Each #850 O Scale Centering Springs
Material | - Metal |
Shank Length | - Medium (47/64") (Knuckle pulling face to center hole of Draft Gearbox) |
Coupler Offset | - Centerset |
Centering Spring | - #850 O Scale Centering Springs |
Head | - New Generation AAR Type "E" "Prototype" Head |
Works In Place of | - #745, #800, #801, #804, #805, & #816 O Scale Medium Centerset Shank Couplers |
Works With | - #817, #818, #819 Draft Gearboxes |
Material | - Metal |
Dimensions | - 25/32"L x 1/2"W x 7/32"H |
Works With | - #740, #742, #745, #746, #747, #800, #801, #804, #805, & #816 Couplers |
Mounting Height | - 25/32" |
Centerline | - 1 1/16" |
Trip Pin Height | - 1/16" |
Mounting Holes | - 2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) |
Recommended Tools:
- #812 O Scale Coupler Height Gauge
- #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant
- #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers
- #240 Double Headed Pin Vise
- #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick
- #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43)
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts - Not for children under 14 years.
Kadee Quality Products Co. products are not toys and are not intended for children under 14 years old.