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LEGO train tracks have 3 holes in each of the segments:

Train Tracks

I understand the two outer holes are used with a throw-away piece to keep them stacked while shipping, but what is the center holdhole for? Is it just for saving a bit of plastic? Or perhaps just a planned 'shipping' feature that was never used?

LEGO train tracks have 3 holes in each of the segments:

Train Tracks

I understand the two outer holes are used with a throw-away piece to keep them stacked while shipping, but what is the center hold for? Is it just for saving a bit of plastic? Or perhaps just a planned 'shipping' feature that was never used?

LEGO train tracks have 3 holes in each of the segments:

Train Tracks

I understand the two outer holes are used with a throw-away piece to keep them stacked while shipping, but what is the center hole for? Is it just for saving a bit of plastic? Or perhaps just a planned 'shipping' feature that was never used?

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What is the centre hole for in modern train tracks?

LEGO train tracks have 3 holes in each of the segments:

Train Tracks

I understand the two outer holes are used with a throw-away piece to keep them stacked while shipping, but what is the center hold for? Is it just for saving a bit of plastic? Or perhaps just a planned 'shipping' feature that was never used?