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Hello Ron, Operating the locomotive on a tighter radius won't pose any problems for the track. As for the mechanism, that depends on the quality of the locomotive's construction. Of equal concern is keeping cars coupled to the locomotive. I assume the locomotive has a long wheelbase, and hence the ends will swing out wider on curves. That could force cars behind it to derail. If it's a steam locomotive, perhaps you can figure out a way to truck-mount the tender coupler. That would provide more swing for the rear coupler on curves. Regards, Paul Schmidt Contributing Editor Trains.com
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