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product_id: 62910293
title: "Kato 11-106 Shorty Bogie Chassis"
brand: "kato"
price: "A$59"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Kato"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/62910293-kato-11-106-shorty-bogie-chassis
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# Precision 1:160 N Scale Fits sharp 4.5" radius curves Twin powered bogies Kato 11-106 Shorty Bogie Chassis

**Brand:** kato
**Price:** A$59
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚙️ Power your micro layout with precision and style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kato 11-106 Shorty Bogie Chassis by kato
- **How much does it cost?** A$59 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/62910293-kato-11-106-shorty-bogie-chassis)

## Best For

- kato enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kato brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Curve Mastery:** Effortlessly navigates Kato’s sharpest 4.5" radius curves, perfect for compact, intricate track designs.
- • **Plug & Play Ready:** No assembly or batteries required—just drop it under your model and watch it perform like a pro.
- • **Versatile Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with N scale locomotives, OO9 kits, and scratch-built models for ultimate customization.
- • **Dynamic Twin Bogie Power:** Dual powered bogies deliver smooth, reliable traction for realistic tram and locomotive movement.
- • **Scale-Perfect Engineering:** Meticulously crafted for authentic 1:160 N scale modelling, ensuring seamless integration with your layouts.

## Overview

The Kato 11-106 Shorty Bogie Chassis is a high-quality, twin-powered chassis designed for 1:160 N scale modelling. It features smooth operation on tight 4.5" radius curves and is compatible with N scale locomotives, OO9 kits, and scratch-built models. Ready to use out of the box, it offers reliable performance for serious hobbyists aiming to elevate their micro layouts.

## Description

Product description Suitable for the following scale(s): N ScaleTwin bogie powered chassis which can be placed underneath an N scale locomotive or coach. These chassis can also be used with OO9 scale locomotive body kits or scratch built items. Fitted with standard N scale couplings.Measurements: - Length: 57mm - Width: 16mm Safety Warning Recommended 8 years and over.

Review: Great quality and works very well - Just for use with B Train Shorty kits. Very good performance, goes round Kato's sharpest radius curves (approx 4.5") at realistic tram speeds. I've just got back in to modelling, and I|'m making a \pizza style 2 level tram micro layout. the \b train shorty trams/light rail models are just right. I'll be buying more of these in a while.
Review: Great chassis, can’t beat the price! - Fantastic little chassis! Nice and cheap and runs pretty smoothly. To be turned into a Pechot Bourdon 009 locomotive with a scratch built body (the wheelbase is exactly the same). The motor and driven bogie (one is driven and collects power, one only collects power) can be removed relatively easily with a small screwdriver and can both can be used as donor parts for a different loco if need be.

## Features

- This item is NOT a toy and is intended for modelling use
- Scale - 1:160 (UK Models 1:148)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0003KCPH8 |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 245,268 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 110 in Model Train Replacement Parts |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (163) |
| Date First Available | 31 Mar. 2010 |
| Item model number | 11-106 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 - 8 years |
| Material Type(s) | Plastic, Metal |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 3 x 11 x 8 cm; 15 g |
| Scale | N Gauge |
| Track Width/Gauge | No |

## Images

![Kato 11-106 Shorty Bogie Chassis - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715pGydeqjL.jpg)
![Kato 11-106 Shorty Bogie Chassis - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41cDfo+e76L.jpg)
![Kato 11-106 Shorty Bogie Chassis - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41pxc2tTAdL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality and works very well
*by D***E on 28 May 2018*

Just for use with B Train Shorty kits. Very good performance, goes round Kato's sharpest radius curves (approx 4.5") at realistic tram speeds. I've just got back in to modelling, and I|'m making a \pizza style 2 level tram micro layout. the \b train shorty trams/light rail models are just right. I'll be buying more of these in a while.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great chassis, can’t beat the price!
*by G***N on 4 April 2019*

Fantastic little chassis! Nice and cheap and runs pretty smoothly. To be turned into a Pechot Bourdon 009 locomotive with a scratch built body (the wheelbase is exactly the same). The motor and driven bogie (one is driven and collects power, one only collects power) can be removed relatively easily with a small screwdriver and can both can be used as donor parts for a different loco if need be.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good item at the price.
*by M***D on 5 June 2025*

It's worth pointing out that only one of the bogies has traction, the other is just for pickup, so this limits the pulling power, but at the price, it's a good item.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-21*