Classic Code 80 Track
Extensive geometry with straights, radii, flexible track, functional track and turnouts.
N Gauge Track System Without an Integrated Roadbed
Minitrix Track | All Products & Systems
The illustrated overview of the Minitrix track products clearly assigned at Modellbahnshop: classic straights, flexible track, variable track, R1 to R6 radii, functional track, standard and curved turnouts, modern Code 60 concrete sleeper track, accessories and complete layout track sets.
N gauge
1:160 scale
9 mm track gauge
two-rail operation
Code 80 & Code 60
without roadbed
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Two Rail Heights for Classic and Modern Routes
Which Minitrix track systems are available?
Classic Minitrix track is an N gauge two-rail track system without an integrated ballast roadbed. It offers fixed straights, numerous radii, 730-millimetre flexible track, adjustable variable track, functional track and different turnout designs.
A more modern Code 60 track system with grey concrete sleepers is also available. This system represents modern main lines and uses a lower rail profile.
Both systems belong to N gauge at a scale of 1:160 and have a model track gauge of 9 millimetres. The ballast bed and sound insulation are constructed separately.
Transition track 14590 connects the Code 60 concrete sleeper track to the classic Code 80 system. Historical station areas and modernised routes can therefore be combined on the same layout.
Flexible track is available for freely planned curves. Fixed track makes it easier to create geometrically precise circles, parallel routes, stations and hidden yards.
Modern Code 60 Track
A lower rail profile and concrete sleeper appearance for modern main and high-speed routes.
Flexible Track for Free Radii
Both profile families offer 730-millimetre flexible track for individual track alignments.
Compact Circles, Intermediate Radii and Large Parallel Routes
Compare Minitrix Radii and Track Geometry
Twelve 30-degree curves or twenty-four 15-degree curves form a complete circle. Partial curves with angles of 24, 7.5 or 6 degrees provide geometric compensation.
| Geometry | Radius | Angle | Example Products | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R1 | 194.6 mm | 30°, 24° or 6° | 14912, 14914, 14916 | Compact inner circle |
| R2 | 228.2 mm | 30°, 24° or 6° | 14922, 14924, 14926 | Outer parallel circle |
| R2a | 261.8 mm | 30°, 15° or 7.5° | 14910, 14911, 14919 | Intermediate radius and finer parallel alignment |
| R2b | 295.4 mm | 15° or 7.5° | 14921, 14929 | Transition to larger radii |
| R3 | 329 mm | 15° | 14917 | Visible route |
| R4 | 362.6 mm | 15° | 14927 | Standard turnouts and a larger parallel circle |
| R5 | 492.6 mm | 15° | 14918 | Generous main line |
| R6 | 526.2 mm | 15° | 14928 | Large outer circle |
| Flexible Track | Individual | Freely planned | 14901, 14501 | Transition curves and freely flowing routes |
Observe Vehicle Radii
Long passenger coaches and large locomotives run more smoothly on R3 to R6 or flexible-track radii.
Connect Different Rail Heights Correctly
Transition track 14590 is intended for changing between Code 60 and Code 80.
Without Roadbed Does Not Mean Without a Substructure
A level route, sound insulation and secure track fixing remain necessary.
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From the Track Plan to a Reliable N Gauge Layout
Planning and Laying Minitrix Track Correctly
The substructure, rail height, flexible track, turnouts, power feeds and subsequent ballasting should be planned together and tested completely before final detailing.
Classic Stations and Branch Lines
Code 80 wooden sleeper track is suitable for many historical and modern layout themes.
Modern Main Lines
Code 60 concrete sleeper track represents modernised routes and stations.
Freely Planned Routes
Flexible track permits smooth transition curves, individual radii and flowing routes.
Step 1
Match Vehicles and Radii
Check the minimum radius of the longest locomotives and coaches.
Step 2
Prepare the Route Precisely
Even small irregularities can cause contact problems or derailments in N gauge.
Step 3
Plan Rail Transitions and Electrics
Code 60 and Code 80 must be connected at the same railhead height and supplied with sufficient power.
Step 4
Test First, Then Add Ballast
Test every turnout and route before final detailing.
Avoid Common Minitrix Track-Construction Errors
- Forcing flexible track under tension into tight curves
- Connecting Code 60 and Code 80 without a transition
- Using radii that are too small for long vehicles
- Failing to push rail joiners on completely
- Providing too few power feeds
- Allowing ballast adhesive to enter point blades
Guidance About Older Vehicles on Code 60
Vehicles with particularly deep wheel flanges should be test-run before the lower Code 60 profile is installed throughout the layout.
Answers About Rail Height, Radii and Turnouts
Frequently Asked Questions About Minitrix Track
Answers about track gauge, flexible track, radii, Code 60, Code 80, functional track, turnouts, accessories and track sets.
What scale does Minitrix use?
Minitrix belongs to N gauge at a scale of 1:160.
What track gauge does the track use?
The model track gauge is 9 millimetres.
Does the track include an integrated roadbed?
No. The classic and Code 60 track products listed here are supplied without a ballast roadbed.
How long is the classic flexible track?
Product 14901 is 730 millimetres long.
How long is the Code 60 flexible track?
Product 14501 with concrete sleepers is also 730 millimetres long.
What is variable track 14975 used for?
It can be adjusted between 86.5 and 120 millimetres and compensates for small gaps in a track plan.
Which classic radii are available?
The overview ranges from R1 at 194.6 millimetres to R6 at 526.2 millimetres.
What does Code 60 mean?
Code 60 identifies the lower rail profile used by the modern concrete sleeper track.
How are Code 60 and Code 80 connected?
Transition track 14590 is intended to create a level connection between the two systems.
Which standard turnouts are available?
Product 14954 is the left-hand turnout and product 14955 is the right-hand turnout with R4 geometry.
Which curved turnouts are included?
Product 14956 branches to the left and product 14957 branches to the right within the R1 and R2 radius families.
Are turnouts with concrete sleepers available?
Yes. Product 14538 is the left-hand Code 60 turnout and product 14539 is the right-hand turnout, both with a 15-degree diverging angle.
How are the turnouts operated electrically?
Products 14934 and 14935 are available for classic turnouts, while products 14534 and 14535 are intended for concrete sleeper turnouts.
What is isolation track 14982 used for?
It separates electrical track sections from one another.
Which layout track sets are included?
The overview includes the verified sets for NOCH Easy-Track Mittelberg and the Albula Railway.
When should the track be ballasted?
Only after every route, turnout, transition and power feed has been tested successfully.
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