Hi B-man, et al :) Just setting up a new On30 layout in different space and need to know the minimum radius required for operation of my 2-6-6-2.
Dear logitrol,
My 2010 print catalog shows Bachmann On30 2-6-6-2 item numbers 287xx work best on 18"R or greater curves.
Hope this helps.
Sincerely,
Joe Satnik
Yes, Joe Satnik, it does help! 36" is just about the turning room I have. I know wider is always better, but it sounds as if I can just get it done :) ;D
It is surprising how often this question comes up!
I have 4 or 5 (ones out on loan) 2-6-6-2 & 2-4-4-2s Whilst 18" Radius is good, they will run around 15" radius curves
Also the layout on which one of mine is currently a guest has a curve into a yard somewht less than 15" radius possibly around 13.5! Rad. the loco will just about traverse that....slowly!!
Hello,
There is a list of minimum radius for On30 locos and cars from Professor Klyzlr.
See http://www.npcrr.net/On30/On30Loco_n_Car_Radius_pics.pdf (http://www.npcrr.net/On30/On30Loco_n_Car_Radius_pics.pdf)
Railexpert ;)