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PIKO Fans?

For many years since 1978, I have been a fan of the original LGB and over several decades have made three major incursions into these charming trains. The Richter family produced many fine European narrow gauge models, including the LGB/Aster live steam Frank S, of which I have owned two. I always preferred the Austrian, German and Swiss locos and cars, and rarely had any American locos, save the 4501 Mikado, which I briefly ran in front of a set of an Aristocraft aluminum streamlined consist. I currently have a modest collection of like-new original LGB (Saganer Strasse production), plus one PIKO trainset: their 2019 production BR 24 dampf lok and a set of three steel bier reefers. This BR 24 is a highly detailed 2-6-0 with large stainless 1 3/4" steel drivers, a nice tender with stainless steel wheels and an engineer figure in the cab. Smooth running 7 pole motor and constant voltage headlamps and tender backup lamps. Switchable smoke unit is also convenient. I am impressed with the quality of my PIKO engine and cars. I also have their "Clean Machine" battery powered 25 ton diesel model, and use their 5 amp Fahrreglar throttle. How has been YOUR experiences with the newer PIKO products?

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