I bought this for my hornby train track. Will it work on hornby? If so how often should I use it?

I have found it quite effective. Have my old childhood Hornby train track that is pinned to a hardboard base. Needed to clean it up and maintain it reasonably electrically clean. PECO is essentially a rubber with flecks of abrasive material impregnated in it. When you rub it along a metal oxide coated rail, the light abrasive effect is to gently remove that oxide leaving filthy black marks on the rubber. Do not take sandpaper, emery cloth or anything highly abrasive to the track Use PECO as often as you feel you need to . If the train(s) begin to run slow, stutter or even stop, give it a good rub over with the PECO. If you suspect other problems, and you have a multimeter you can go around the track checking for voltage drops. Where one piece of track slides into the next is a finite source of electrical resistance. If this resistance becomes significantly high, voltage will drop across this joint. I have also used IsoPropyl Alcohol which is an effective cleaning solution that dries without leaving any deposit.Always remember that your track is suceptable to operating conditions.Ambient temperature and moisture in the air effect the track's operation.

can it be used on kato track

Sorry but never used Kato track. However, providing it is made of metal (steel or nickel/silver) then it should be ok.

Does this clean rust of the tracks?

Hi Thanks for your message - it will clean a modest amount of rust but if the rails are pitted then I use glass paper in the first instance to remove the deeply ingrained rust and then the rail cleaner Regards Martyn Greenhills Garages

Peco Pl 41 Rail Cleaner Track Rubber

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Description

🛤️ Keep your tracks pristine and your trains running like clockwork!

PLUG PLAY CLEANING - No assembly or batteries required—clean your rails instantly.
UNIVERSAL TRACK HERO - Compatible with all model train scales—one tool fits all.
TRUSTED BY ENTHUSIASTS - Top-ranked with 4.5-star reviews and a loyal fanbase.
SPOTLESS RAILS SMOOTH RUNS - Effortlessly removes dirt and oxidation for flawless track performance.
BUILT TO LAST CLEANS TO IMPRESS - Premium rubber that resists crumbling, outlasting competitors.

The Peco PL-41 Rail Cleaner Track Rubber is a durable, abrasive cleaning block designed to remove dirt and oxidation from all model train rails. Compatible with all scales, it requires no assembly or batteries, ensuring quick and effective maintenance. Praised for its longevity and superior cleaning performance, it’s a must-have tool for model train enthusiasts seeking smooth, reliable operation.

Specifications

ASIN	B001BLPEX0
Assembly Required	No
Batteries Required?	No
Batteries included?	No
Best Sellers Rank	6,587 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 1 in Model Train Tools & Cleaning
Colour	Black, Grey
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,099)
Date First Available	15 Aug. 2012
Educational Objective(s)	Creativity
Item model number	PL41
Language	English
Manufacturer recommended age	0 - 8 years
Material Type(s)	Rubber
Product Dimensions	8 x 4 x 3 cm; 10 g

Reviews

R**L

A must have

It does the job, excellent

18.07.2026

L**.

Doesn't crumble like the others

Best one out of all the choices it cleans without crumbling and wearing out too quickly get this one it lasts and does a good job

2.05.2026

J**G

Satisfactory but not cheap.

Excellent but quite expensive for what it is.

4.03.2026

A**E

Good track cleaner

Efficient cleaner.

1.02.2026

M**L

Works well.

Bought last October. Still in use. Still does a great job. Track comes up shiny.

7.04.2026

S**N

For model railways

Does a good job

28.04.2026

A**N

Unsure

Not sure if it works as track looks the same unless it’s me doing it wrong

16.06.2026

D**S

Fine

14.04.2026

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