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James M

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Max pulling power for a postwar 726 rr
« on: November 17, 2024, 05:20:41 pm »
What is the max amount of postwar cars vs modern cars my Lionel 726 rr be able to safely pull without burning out the pullmor motor?
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Re: Max pulling power for a postwar 726 rr
« Reply #1 on: November 18, 2024, 07:41:08 am »
Hello & Welcome to the Forum.

My way of telling is to add cars to the consist until the locomitive start spinning it wheels, then removing a car or two.
I believe modern cars are heavier that the early tin plate.

Hoprle this helps.
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