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My .02 is that the bigger engines have an Achille's Heel. The bigger monsters look very cool, and these 21st century products have all the bells and whistles for realism,too. But then again they require lots of real estate to just RUN adequately--and more real estate if they are to look good pulling a train. I only purchase LGB engines so I know what I'm in for when I set it on the pike. But even LGB's F-7's however require more clearance than their earlier stuff. The trend is definately toward BIGGER--but who's responsible for the trend??? I feel sorry for those who love the looks of Bachmann shays and climax, and Indys (for they are some of the best looking US-outline on the market, imho) but who have to curse everytime one of these engines goes thru an LGB switch or curve. I guess if you started with LGB tracks R1 in the rear yard and moved on to different brands of locos eventually all the R1,R2 and maybe even R3 (MTH?) will have to be replaced! Its a shame, but obviously lots of baby boomers wanted Big boys, challengers, and 2-8-8-2's because the manufactures DID NOT make them before they thought people would buy them!!! For years I heard people whining and booing LGB's stubby little trains.....now America has finally got smooth side coaches, modern diesels and articulated steam giants for the backyard.....didn't everyone realize that this would take much more room? Regards, Tom M.
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