[Doug]

I'm OK with modern locos. Perhaps some motors are less powerful, but it's fun getting the weight of the train right and then negotiating some difficult terrain on the layout. In the real world, double heading and multiple units are used to increase the power. If our models can't make the grade, we should be calling in some assistance.

I would prefer slightly less power with smoother running thanks to better motors and improved contacts rather than bigger motors with more erratic working.

I can't comment on the flanges and track profile as I only have Code 100. Looking for some Code 75 though...

 

[Doug]

QUOTE (The Phat Controller @ 9 Mar 2006, 13:35)btw what IS the big fuss about code 100 track? I just don't understand the whole debate!

code 100 works for me!
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My Code 100 is fine too, but I think that the Code 75 points will highlight problems associated with out-of-gauge axles and slightly large wheel flanges.

I'm going to get some Code 75 track for the sections that are most visible. Basically the the parts of the layout that will have the most work done on the scenery. I'll leave the Code 100 for staging yards and track at the back of the layout.