I have a little project in mind and am curious of the running qualities of the MP hustler 4 wheeled diesel. The body casting doesn't really matter, it will probably be cut up and rearranged. I just want to know how well, or how bad, it runs. Any help would be appreciated!
Chuck - Modeling in HO scale and anything narrow gauge
They're OK, but definitely nothing special. They have a 1-axle drive with a traction tire, so electrical pickup is with 3 wheels, and the one I had for a short time had a pretty good waddling motion. For a project, I'd personally get an Athearn Hustler, install a 2-axle gear drive, and go from there (because I actually did do that ).
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Look for a Lionel "Husky" same shell and frame as the Athearn "Hustler" but with gear drive for all four wheels.