I discovered that my prototype (C&O) had a whopping TWO 2-6-0's that survived into the 1940s, and which served in my territory. I wonder if the 2-6-0 could be used to model one of these E-5's. A few questions:
- What size drivers are on the model?
- What is the spacing?
- It appears that the model is equipped with Walscherts valve gear?
- I presume that all of the various versions are at least DCC ready now. Presumably even the smoke-equipped versions? (I would likely disconnect the smoke unit.)
The Bachmann 2-6-0 is a Green Bay & Western prototype. check the Model Railroader cyclopedia for all its specs.
Excellent, very helpful. It would have 56" drivers and a 30" pony truck. The major dimensions are about right, although the C&O engines had evenly spaced drivers and the GB&W apparently has an extra 6" there. The major thing that would have to be corrected is that the GB&W apparently had Baker valve gear while the C&O engines carried Stephenson slide valves throughout their careers. The tender is all wrong too, but that's a relatively straightforward thing to build, especially since it's only above the frame.