Roundhouse 0-6-0 vs DCC/Sound

[sailormatlac]

Hi upgraded my design according to picture and CN diagram. Most notable features are located with about 1-2mm precision. I think it's acceptable when you think it's done with ready-made components. I rearranged the dome placement and lowered the cab.

I tested the model and it ran fairly well for a standard line engine. Tender pick up should make it bullet proof. They really improved the drive, it is now made in a similar fashion to other Bachmann better famed engine like the 2-8-0 and 2-6-0. The shell didn't get better, but I don't care it will be cut in 5 parts and reassembled. Once again, Bachmann LED have the most crazy colors you can imagine: dark amber... I once got a green one! Remembers me when my brother used to replace light bulb in my F9 with christmas light, the green one wasn't the best choice!

The engine weight is similar to their 2-6-0, somewhere around 6 oz. It should be possible to add about 2 oz with lead weight and brass details to make it a better puller.

Now it's time to draw plans for a 3D model of the tender... and of course, get some detailling parts. My objective is definitively to learn new skills and makes better kitbashes.

Matt