@Alex W posted:I don’t own the MTH model, but based on photos the fixed pilots are the big difference as rplst8 mentions. They feature some separately applied details like coupler bars and arrive with kadee mounting parts. There’s a smoke unit too and it appears Lionel added accent paint around certain items like the headlight lens frames. I don’t think MTH ever did those latter two enchancements.
I certainly wouldn’t have paid list or a purchase price starting with a 5 for this. But for a small, well detailed switcher I’m pleased.
If it's of any value. The last few years Lionel has geared down their switchers so low. There is no other brand that can come close to the realistic slow speed. Which of course is ideal for a switcher.
