I've never been in a moving steamer. Especially not a 4-6-0. I was watching a video of some on Youtube and got to wondering...how is the ride in the cab on a locomotive with no tailing truck? Are the drivers sprung to cushion the ride? Or is the ride smooth because of the rails and ties locking things together and giving just enough to smooth things out?
I know we have a few members here with steam experience so I was hoping something could answer. I'm pretty sure the answer depends on 0-6-0 vs 4-8-8-4 and so on. General answers are fine and so are specifics. I'm just looking to learn and discuss.