What are Kadee couplings?

Kadee couplings are a popular choice for railway modellers, particularly those modelling in HO and OO gauge. Originating from the USA, Kadee couplings are known for their realism and reliability. They feature a knuckle design that closely replicates the couplings used on real railways, offering a more authentic appearance than traditional tension-lock couplings.

One of the main advantages of Kadee couplings is their magnetic uncoupling system. This allows you to remotely uncouple wagons using strategically placed magnets on the track, enhancing operational realism and making shunting operations more convenient. The couplings also include a centring spring mechanism that ensures they return to the centre position after uncoupling, making re-coupling easier.

Kadee offers a range of couplings to fit different rolling stock and to meet various modellers' needs, including different shank lengths and mounting methods. They are especially popular for their robustness, ease of use, and the added realism they bring to your model railway layout.