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Unfortunately the Bachmann F40PH does not enjoy a good reputation. I too consided this model but the forum recommended the Walters Trainline. Two things; the engine may be on the light side and the commuter cars may have too much wheel drag. Both may contribute to your problem. You can try a dry graphite powder in the truck journal to speed things up. Place your car at the crest of the trestle and give it a hand push and see how far it goes. Then repeat the process but with a lubed journal. You just might see a difference. To answer your question, in my experience up my 3% Atlas trestle grade a second identical engine did make a difference.
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