Is there an easy way to find out what size traction tires you need. The PE Berkshire needed some and the LHS guy had them. But the MPC NW2 needs them replaced as well as the MPC F3. And the Kline Reading 4-6-2 mentioned in another post. I would think there wasn't a huge number of traction tire sizes.
Frank
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Someone may correct me but I don't know of any authoritative reference on traction tires. This hobby has needed it for many years. I keep hoping someone out there would publish a book or a website or something. It would be a great service to the hobby.
I'm guessing that finding the right traction tire is so easy that everyone knows how to find them. Except, us guys that don't.
Here is the link to the MTH TRACTION TIRE CHART
AH,HA! There are dimensions at the top of the chart. All I have to do is measure my wheel. No part numbers or model number required. Gee, that was easy.
Thank you to L I TRAIN!
@ftauss posted:Is there an easy way to find out what size traction tires you need. The PE Berkshire needed some and the LHS guy had them. But the MPC NW2 needs them replaced as well as the MPC F3. And the Kline Reading 4-6-2 mentioned in another post. I would think there wasn't a huge number of traction tire sizes.
Fra
And this is LIONEL's service parts reference list for traction tires:
Lionel Train Replacement Parts, O Gauge Model Trains from Lionel Trains (lionelsupport.com)
Having both Lionel and MTH's tire charts available MAY facilitate obtaining the 'correct' MTH replacement tires in future, by cross- referencing the size (you're looking for) from the MTH chart to the Lionel chart, then obtaining it/them through Lionel; unless/until the MTH successor (for Parts) gets up and running.
Just a thought.
Great information on MTH and Lionel traction tire charts. Now how about a source of a traction tire chart for Williams?
Charlie
I have used MTH tires as replacements for Lionels and K-Lines, plus others, when the original spares that came with the engine are gone. The ones that mostly get used are DE-25, DE-27, and DE-31 in my experience. (Note these numbers don't include the insane series of five or so useless zeros that MTH puts in all it's part PN's). I sure hope they will still be available after MTH is defunct. 
Rod
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