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I'm assuming when you say ac you mean what we call DCC. If not then just disregard this and let someone else answer it. DCC Pro's- -Run multiple locos on one track at different speeds. -You can control more features, sound, lights, start up and braking speed. -you run trains and aren't more concerned about flipping switches -more straight forward wiring -most systems you can still run one train on regular dc -smoother running -more prototypical running CONS DCC -higher priced -Depending on the brand, programing it can become hard -have to have decoders to run at full potentional DC pros -depending on size it can be cheaper -no programing, after you hook a wire up you can run any engine on your track DC cons- -one engine on one track -constantly having to flip switches -a lot of wiring underneath the layout - you can only ran as many trains as you have power packs, so if you want to run three tains you need three powerspack which can be more expensive than a midpriced dcc unit. Something that could help us better inform you on the pro's and cons for you is if you tell us a little about what you plan to do. Tell us a little about what you want to get out of the hobby. I hope this helped if not atleast i gave it the ole' college try. Andrew Miller
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