Kadee 143 | 140-Series Whisker® Metal Couplers with Gearboxes - Short (1/4") Centerset Shank | HO Scale

This industry leading coupler features an all metal coupler head, shank, and Whisker® centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The #143 Magne-Matic® Whisker® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #242 Snap-Together Gearbox or with other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets. 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 the provided insulated gearbox or insulated #23 coupler. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #143 Whisker® Metal Couplers - Short Centerset Shank (2) Pair #242 Snap-Together Gearboxes (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #143 Whisker® Metal Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Shank Length  -   Short (1/4") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -   Centerset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Whisker® Head  -   Standard Head Works In Place of  -   #23, #33 (#14