MTH Z1000

[First Timer]

Hi guys, i recently was able to get a brand new MTH PRR Baldwin Sharknose. I just want to know, since I only have a Z1000 transformer, can I use it to charge the battery? Thanks guys

[DMUinCT]

That's a 100 watt transformer, more than enough for any single locomotive.

[willpick]

All MTH engines batteries can be charged  while sitting on the track. just set the voltage to around 10-12 volts.  I have the MTH charger that has outputs for both the 9V & 3V systems, and it works pretty good. If you can buy one, do so. The main reason is that by charging on track, you are powering all the electronics+ the smoke unit(if it has one). the charger just charges the battery. It won't power up the entire engine.

 

HTH----

[phillyreading]

Another reason to buy the wall charger unit is that down here(in south Florida when dealing with flickering powerless & lightless[FPL]) the electric goes out for a second or two and that acts just like the direction button being pressed, so your train will take off when that happens. Can you say rocket sled or rear-end collision?  In my opion track charging a battery in an MTH engine is not a good idea!

Lee F.