Arnold D. Cribari posted:Dan, I have 2 Lionel post war 44 ton center cab switchers, and my favorite is the 626 B&O that appears below. I like it's appearance, magnetraction, peppyness and treasure it because my dad bought it for me on the spur of the moment from a local hardware store when I was 11 years old.
pIf you're looking for performance, my above beloved switcher is not the best choice. It's relatively light weight, not a very good puller, and will not give you the slow smooth speed and uncoupling ability anywhere on the layout like other modern switchers can do.
Arnold
I hear you, Arnold. Slower speed for switching is a must.