Reply to "Need Recommendations for: Conventional 027 Diesels (not Switchers) Late 1970s to early 90s, good AC can motors."

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When I see O27 in the request, my thought is that F3s COULD be a little bit big. Even the ones that can handle 27" curves are 13" each or 26" for an AA or AB set. Contrast that with Alco FAs that were compressed further truly for O27....the AA set is 20-22" long. On a small layout, that difference is substantial.

@johnstrains Williams F3s are GORGEOUS. In fact, I like the WPs as much as the Santa Fes, so I don't want to talk you out of them.

But, a Williams FA-2 (not their FA-1 which are similar in size to the F3s) or Alco FA-2s will be smaller. Be sure to check if you're getting dual or single motors in the powered units.

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