How much Wt. in an engine??

Classic Toy Trains Forum
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A while ago there was some discussion about putting some weight in a loco to help with traction. I have a Lionel RS3 with 2 motors and no traction tires. I had em removed so the metal wheels would activate the non-derailing switch feature better. Now I put a weight in the front & back of the engine, maybe 12-14 oz. total. Is this too much? or OK?

Thanks

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2 more ouces & you’ll have a pound !! I would try a few less ozs. & go from there. Add more till you get where you want it or it works real good. With 2 motors it may be ok, Let us know & see if the motors get too hot or anything !!

Thanks, John

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I use to put lead chunks in the body of my 70’s/80’s U36B’s and GP9’s. I they have only one motor and this would help a lot. They do have traction tires.