vintage 2-8-2 Mikado

[D.K. 2-8-0]

I have a chance to buy a vintage Mike, but the owner doesn't know the minimum radius the engine will negotiate.

Anyone have a clue?

Thanks,

D.K.

[RAM]

do you know who made it.

[D.K. 2-8-0]

I'm not trying to be a smart alec, Ram, but this is the BACHMANN
site! Why would I ask the BACHMANN about another brand?

Yes. it is a Bachman engine.  I should have realized other brands are
discussed here? Sorry.

Regards,

D.K.

[ta152h0]

there have been so many business acquisitions and mergers, it is hard to keep up who made what. In response to the original question, i think it will be ok to run it on an 18 r track but run it slowly around the bend, lest the beast tips over.

[jayl1]

If this is the 2-8-2 I think it is (based on vintage) - Vanderbuilt (round) tender, it will take 18" radius with no problem. HOWEVER - they were horrible runners.  They were also made with two types of motors (neither that great).  I am thinking these are the same engine as the Reading I-10 type with just the trailing truck added & with a different tender.  A photo would definitely help.  Bowser makes a re-motor kit (craftsman type) but I pulled the motors & made static dummies out of mine.  Hope this helps.

[D.K. 2-8-0]

YES SIR,

That's the kind of info I was looking for.  Received the same advice
on another forum.  Look's like I'll pass!

Thanks,

D.K.