Special Purpose Tools

Spread ballast the easy way with the Bachmann HO Scale Ballast Spreader. The clear-acrylic device features an internal slop sheet that routes ballast for precise placement on either side of the rails and in between as you slide it along the track. Works...

Spread ballast the easy way with the Bachmann N Scale Ballast Spreader. The clear-acrylic device features an internal slop sheet that routes ballast for precise placement on either side of the rails and in between as you slide it along the track. Works...

For applying dry transfers. Gently rub burnisher over dry transfer to apply. See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.

Shaped foam cradle gives you a gentle helping hand when working on the underside of your locos and cars. Also has a compartment for holding small parts like screws, trucks, couplers etc. See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and...

Shaped foam cradle gives you a gentle helping hand when working on the underside of your locos and cars. Also has a compartment for holding small parts like screws, trucks, couplers etc. See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and...

3-point diecast metal, to align track. See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.

3-point diecast metal, to align track. See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.

3-point diecast metal, to align track. See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.

Double unit loco. lift. Designed as a replacement for the old SL-43 loco. lift, this new versatile system still has the features that made the SL-43 so popular, such as the ability to directly drive the locomotive on and off the track. But that was...

Special pliers for adjusting the height of coupler trip pins. Jaws of pliers are curved to conform to the correct bend in the trip pin and prevent kinking. See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.  

Set it on the track and roll rolling stock down ramp; it automatically places wheels on track. Features "Uni-Joiner" removal tool. See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.  

Set it on the track and roll rolling stock down ramp; it automatically places wheels on track.  See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.

See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.

These handy ball-bearing rollers allow you to run your locomotives in place on your workbench or in a display case. Simply place them on a powered piece of track and place one under each of the powered axles. They work for HO and On30 locomotives. See...

The ESU Premium Foam Train Service Tray is the ideal tool for the maintenance and care of your locomotives. Two recesses are available for perfect work: The locomotive can be clamped upside down to comfortably reach the underbody of the locomotive. In...

Features: Works with Atlas rail joiners in N, HO & O scales Durable plastic construction Perfect for beginners and experts alike See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.  

Use for manually uncoupling scale, standard and #118 shelf couplers. Blade end has a built-in spring pick. See the "Manufacturer" page for general delivery and pricing information.

Stainless steel coupler & special purpose tweezers. Normally closed tweezers are that extra hand you need. The auto clamping design of these tweezers make holding small parts effortless. Ideal for assembly couplers and gearboxes. The notch end of the...