{"product_id":"ho-kadee-126-sbe-bottom-shelf-whisker®-metal-couplers-with-gearboxes-long-25-64-centerset-shank","title":"HO Kadee #126 SBE Bottom Shelf Whisker® Metal Couplers with Gearboxes - Long (25\/64\") Centerset Shank","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom Kadee:\u003cbr\u003e\nThe next evolution of model train couplers starts and ends with the Kadee® Whisker® series of couplers. When we set out to improve upon the venerable No.5® we knew it had to be just as game-changing as the original. With that in mind, we designed the Whisker® couplers with an even longer-lasting and more reliable design. We took everything you loved about the No.5® and improved upon it. No more fumbling with centering springs. No more multi-piece assemblies. The Whisker® series of couplers is a true drop-in coupler. Use Kadee® Whisker® couplers in your next model and enjoy the most reliable and smooth coupling experience you've ever had. It is always made in the USA with legendary Made In America quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kadee® “SBE” bottom shelf couplers have a functioning bottom shelf designed not to allow the opposing knuckle to slide down on those dips, bumps, or transitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 1970s, the Type “E” coupler with a bottom shelf was developed as the Type “SBE” coupler and eventually became mandatory for all new and rebuilt cars as a minimum requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe prototype bottom shelf was designed to keep a broken knuckle from falling to the roadbed and presenting a derailment hazard. The shelf also prevents vertical coupler uncoupling during derailment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrototipicly Long “SBE” bottom shelf couplers are found on modern cars over 54-foot linth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe #126 coupler can be mounted in the supplied #242 Gearboxes or directly into most manufacturer's molded-on gearboxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePackage Includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e(2) Pair #126 SBE Bottom Shelf Whisker® Metal Couplers - Long Centerset Shank\u003cbr\u003e\n(2) Pair #242 Snap-Together Gearboxes \u0026amp; Lids\u003cbr\u003e\n(2) Spare #625 Knuckle Springs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt 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 the provided insulated gearbox or insulated #26 coupler.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kadee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57892818059447,"sku":"380-126","price":10.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/4740\/2423\/files\/380-126.jpg?v=1792960427","url":"https:\/\/www.larkspurline-trains.com\/products\/ho-kadee-126-sbe-bottom-shelf-whisker%c2%ae-metal-couplers-with-gearboxes-long-25-64-centerset-shank","provider":"Lark Spur Line","version":"1.0","type":"link"}