Coupling pins

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Coupling pin with retaining clip suitable for miniature ride on railway. These pins are ideal for use with both passenger and goods trains where you want a strong reliable joint between rolling stock and locos.

Diameter Options (mm): 8, 10.

Length Options (mm): 60, 80.

Length refers to the usable length of the pin not the total length

Weight (KG) : 0.2 (approx)

Material: Mild Steel pin with, Aluminum Head and Stainless R - Clip

Please note that we aim to dispatch these items the next day. If purchased with a long lead time, we will hold this item and dispatch as one order- unless otherwise agreed.

This listing is for a single coupling pin, select the type of bars you require from the drop down menu. If the item is out of stock or you wish to place a large order please contact us.

Coupling pins come unpainted and may pick up some light surface rust/corrosion in storage. You may paint the pin if you wish.

Safe Use 

We do not provide information about the tensile strength of these coupling pins, they are cut from Mild Steel grade EN3B. It is your decision as the user what is an appropriate load for the pins, many factors could come into play which may affect their strength. For heavy trains, you may wish to use a thicker bar/pin. 

Couplings should always be used in conjunction with a locking pin and safety chain, in accordance with relevant guidance. For more on miniature train operation please look at our Safety page.

Items can be used with 10 ¼ ,7 ¼ , 5, 3 ½ - Consideration should be given to the expected load on the coupling bar/pin, thicker versions are available for high loads.

It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure the day-to-day safety of the railway. For more information about this, please consult the HS2020 guidelines from the Passenger Carrying Miniature Railway Safety Group (PCMRSG). Ensure that you consult their website yourself, so for the latest version go to:- www.pcmrsg.org