@ChristopherN&W,
Thanks for the details analysis of the Class A offering. Very helpful as I am not knowledgeable about this N&W offering or any other N&W steamer.
Based on your comments I am considering the 1210 WWII or 1211 post 1945 version. I am not a fan often pilot but it is really kind of cool. The prototype is cool as it allows flexibility.
I have purchased Lionel “What is Passenger scheme” Milwaukee Road and I get tons of compliments. That’s a consideration but I don’t plan to invest in more cars.
BTW, if the Mr. Muffins version mentioned in the post, that might be where to go.
Again, thanks.