MTH Premier 44 Tonner

I think MTH is on gen 3 of this model now?

Grounding both outside rails on Gargraves like everyone should do, should provide smooth operation I would expect. If my S.I. MP3 sound script is not chosen, the unit is going back to the dealer anyway.  We shall see when it finally arrives.

Problem with 3R O is there are too many companies with variations. Nothing is standard like H.O.  

Jim R. posted:

I have the MTH GE 44-tonners in that U.S. Army scheme as well as Milwaukee Road. It’s all diecast metal. Great model.

The Milwaukee Road version did hesitate going through a switch on my O-27 home layout, but only in one direction and was not a problem if I turned it around and ran it through the switch in reverse. The Army version has no problem in either direction on that same switch. Go figure.

Photos of both running on the club layout:

Hi Jim,

I have to tell you that I saw the Milwaukee 44 tonner in person.  It was in the middle of a mixed freight on the NYC short line thru Cleveland.  This was in the late 50's; I was eight years old.  It was quite a sight to see.

Lou N

I love mine. Here is mine moving some beer cars. 🍺

Chris Lonero posted:

I love mine. Here is mine moving some beer cars. 🍺

That’s fantastic.  Now I want the Boston and Maine unit.  Is that custom painted?