Roto Wheel Cleaner - Model Train Wheel Cleaning Tool | Woodland Scenics

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

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[@michaelmohrmann]

That's one awesome invention, I'm glad it's now available for us model railroaders! :)

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Most of the Tidy Track products are compatible with Marklin HO 3-rail track. However, the third rail (center rail) will have to be cleaned separately/manually, because it sets below the height of the outer rails and the cleaning pads cannot reach it. We suggest using the Rail Pal (TT4575) to clean the third rail.

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

We have not tested OO locomotives on the HO Roto Wheel Cleaner. However, these engines run on HO track, so we believe it should work just fine.

[@gregbrassington9369]

It works fine on 00.

[@martinhanley23]

Just bought one can’t wait to use it

[@ljp611]

Any tips for steam locomotives with wires connecting engine and tender? I have one locomotive with the wires permanently attached to the tender, and I want to be able to use this without breaking the wires.

[@TestECull]

I got mine in...N scale...the other day and it's pretty sweet. It's also good for diagnosing pickup issues with steam locomotives, as you can put just the tender on this thing and see if the locomotive still powers up. I do wish I could remove one of the end caps, though, because my Bachmann DD40AX, my Con Cor 2-8-8-2, and my Con Cor 4-8-4 don't fit onto it at all.

[@vidfreak727]

Very good device! I bought it a couple weeks ago!

[@Gavs_rc_hobbies]

It's good to see this is available in N scale.

[@vidfreak727]

please consider making a longer version for larger and longer HO engines/rolling stock

[@everettthepetractionguy4222]

Wonderful! I have lots of HO scale brass traction engines. I'm gonna get me a Roto Wheel Cleaner...or two.

[@bloodmarine77]

ok thanks for your help.i will certainly be giving it a go!

[@joeanderson5825]

How about one for Post War O Guage trains?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

We have taken your suggestion into consideration.

[@dbdrdbag]

Will traction tyres come off???

[@WoodenRailwayFan1234Production]

Will it work with bachmann thomas and friends & OO gauge too?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Thank you for your interest in our products! The Roto Wheel Cleaners were designed to be used with standard N and HO scale trains.

[@bloodmarine77]

is it available in the UK and how much will it cost in english money?

[@jamesbannerman7779]

How about a set up for AC (Marklin) locomotives?

[@videotaperenaissance]

Thanks , I'm going to buy one of those soon.

[@JeffreyPadell]

Does it clean the entire surface of the wheel where it contacts the rail? It looks from the video as if it just gets the outside edge of the wheel since it has to be in contact with the rail.

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Hi Jeffrey! The Roto Wheel Cleaner does clean the entire wheel. The top of the wheel flange comes in contact with the brass rail of the Roto Wheel Cleaner. This allows the entire wheel tread to make contact with the Cleaning Pads, not just the edge.

[@adrianfitch9863]

***** Yeah it's all laughs and giggles until you try and put your Big Boy on there!

[@jesshernandez]

How do you hook it up to a DCC Hornby transformer?

[@johnturcsik2906]

Will just work for S gauge? Or is there one for S and O

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

The Roto Wheel Cleaner is only available for N and HO at this time, so those would not work.

[@grah84mck]

Hi will the be fine to use on OO Gauge locos?

[@vidfreak727]

so what do I do when the white strips get all messed up? I can't find the strips at my local hobby store either.

[@blackterminal]

Ebay

[@moiseselias2956]

does this connect to bachmann rail? and does it work on bachmann trains?

[@moiseselias2956]

*(HO scale rails and trains)

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

+Moises Elias Yes it does connect to and work on bachmann trains. Keep modeling!

[@t.s.railfanning]

How much does the ho scale cleaner cost?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

On our website it is $29.99 which is the recommended retail price, but you might check with your local hobby shop. Usually they will carry things at a lower rate.

[@t.s.railfanning]

Ok. Thanks for the update.

[@dutchmodeltrains8549]

So, I have one for N scale.. but what I am wondering, since the loco is driving ON tracks, doesn't the Tidy Track wear the wheels too much because of the scraping? Only the sides are being cleaned, but the bottom of the wheels are scraping the metal, isn't it? (sorry for my English lol I'm not English/American)

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Hello! No, the Roto Wheel Cleaner doesn’t scrape the wheels because the train is running on the soft brass pickup rails of the Roto Wheel Cleaner. The train floats because the rail is spring-loaded. As for what is being cleaned, the bottom is also being cleaned along with the sides. All of the area that rides on the tracks is being cleaned. Happy modeling!

[@jamessawyer4625]

Ho about a system for O Scale?

[@DickLooijen]

Can the Roto Wheel Cleaner be used with AC / Märklin locomotives and system?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

+Dick Looijen I am sorry Dick, but The Roto Wheel Cleaner was not designed for use with Marklin. Marklin is a uniquely powered 3-rail system, and the Roto Wheel Cleaner was designed to work with a standard two-rail system. Thank you for your interest.

[@saladinhamza2271]

a magnific EMD GT26 locomotive i want to buy one but where im there is no existing

[@waynestrickland1763]

Is it DCC compatible?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Yes, it is!

[@vidfreak727]

alright, thank you!

[@christtking894]

all I see is that only the inside of the wheels are getting cleaned, I do not see that the flanges, the areas that make contact with the rails are not being cleaned which makes this device worthless, all it does it slows down the models if installed on a layout

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

The Roto Wheel Cleaner does clean the entire wheel. The top of the wheel flange comes in contact with the brass rail of the Roto Wheel Cleaner. This allows the entire wheel tread to make contact with the Cleaning Pads, not just the edge

[@taki162000]

I buy it but clean wheel is so so not came perfect clean and i need to use other tools from another brand i like your brand but this item is so so

[@danielep-yz5hi]

I bought it, but it didn't satisfy me

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Greetings! If you have any feedback for us on any issues you experienced or if you have questions about how the product works, our Customer Service Department would be happy to help. You can contact them via this form on our website: woodlandscenics.woodlandscenics.com/show/information/ContactUs

[@STEELHORSE1975]

neet machine

[@coleriemer2738]

I think this is a waste of money