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Current draw for two truck shay

Started by Mikewolf, December 15, 2011, 10:27:28 PM

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Mikewolf

Where can I find the current draw for the two truck shay, so I can correctly size the decoder I am going to order.  If anyone knows it right off the top of their head they can just put it out there.

Loco Bill Canelos

Mine runs back and forth continuously on a 3 % grade and auto reverses.  After break in it draws  about a quarter amp uphill pulling 3 log cars a water car and a caboose.  It draws a little more on start up!
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