We have a 2 day train show going on in our area. I have been thinking about getting the 497 coal loader, the latest version, for my layout. My question is: will scale sized hoppers fit underneath this accessory? Thanks for the help.
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Base11,
Here are some pics of a lionel bathtub gondola (scale) under a 497. I haven't had a chance to try it in depth, but it looks like it would work?!?
hope this helps...
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Rob--Thanks for posting the pictures--they are very helpful.---Andy
That looks like it is clearing and on 'O' Gauge track, which is higher than '0-27' Gauge track.
I believe, even with Lionel's newest 'FasTrack' the top of a full 1:48 scale size hopper will clear.
Ralph
Be aware that there are Postwar Lionel items that will not clear the bin when it is in the midway position. I cannot recall which pieces.
Not a big deal really. I just avoided raising or lowering the bin when that piece was going through the 497.
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