The question of suitability of battery powered locos is a non-issue. For the past year I've been running three battery powered bluetooth equipped diesels, a GP-9, a RS-3 and a NW-2. Operating modes include precise forward and reverse speed control, controllable front & rear headlights, ditch lights and sound. Performance is flawless, especially at low speed. All three locos can be run simultaneously. Operating distance is over 100 feet. These locos have been demonstrated at various club meets with high interest by the attendees. Detailed steps for the conversion of a conventional power loco to battery power were outlined in my article in the December 2016 O Gauge Railroading magazine. Would be happy to discuss further with anyone interested.
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