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To answer your question, the Athearn SW 1000, 1200, 1500 SW-7 or whatever this little switcher actually is, is not a bad little engine. I have several but they are in storage right now and I don't remember there actual designations. Mine are fly wheel equipped and ran well when last run about two months ago. These BB engines are quite simple and easy to maintain, there overall appearance is good, but maybe not 100% accurate. If you do purchase said engine I would chuck the electrical connection strap and hardwire the electical pick up from the trucks to the motor. This has worked well for me with the Athearn BB engines. Good Luck John
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