Here's an idler flat with dual gauge couplers on each end. This kit is from Rio Grand Models LTD.

1/28/04

Here is a picture I took of the prototype in Colorado. I bought the kit just hours before at Caboose Hobbies.

9/5/03

Here is a close-up of how the coupler system works.

9/5/03

The deck is on and parts are getting put together.

9/9/03

I used a Kadee #711 for the standard gauge coupler. It fits well to the #58 which I use for most of my standard gauge. I'm using #1025s for all my narrow gauge equipment.

1/26/04

It works!!!
A narrow gauge on the left and standard gauge on the right.

1/28/04

Here is an overhead view of how the Idler Flat works with the narrow gauge and standard gauge cars.

1/28/04