Re: Control systems?

Greg Procter <Procter@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

>
>
>"raydunakin@xxxxxxx" wrote:
>>
>> Could someone give me a brief summary of the pros and cons of the
>> various methods of providing power and control to model trains? I.E.,
>> basic transformer vs R/C, DCC, command control and whatever else may be
>> available.
>>
>> This would be for use with an outdoor G scale layout, if that makes any
>> difference.

>
>Radio control works well, but rolling stock loaded with batteries
>severely limits the pulling power of locos.

I guess that 30 or 40 cars is a severe limit!

Wander over to http://www.aristocraft.com/ and check their forums.
This is specifically G scale. Particularly the General Forum. Lots of
postings discussing battery power. Most with separate battery cars,
others with battery in locomotive.

Big advantage of battery power, is that you can use cheaper track (ie
wood or brass) as there is no need to keep it "electrically clean".

Disclaimer. I am using DCC for outdoor G scale.
--
Bob Small
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