Minimum Radius for an Overland Little Joe

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In lieu of your lack of responses, my 5 cents worth:

I can't tell you the exact minimum radius an OMI Joe can handle, but it is a pretty long "boat". I don't know if it has changed, but the de facto "magic number" that just about everything "O" could navigate was 72".

Probably not what you wanted to hear but even if they can navigate small radii, a lot of large engines look really STUPID (can you say overhang) doing it.

Good Luck

Simon

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Says O72.

Simon Winter posted:

2 RAIL

In lieu of your lack of responses, my 5 cents worth:

I can't tell you the exact minimum radius an OMI Joe can handle, but it is a pretty long "boat". I don't know if it has changed, but the de facto "magic number" that just about everything "O" could navigate was 72".

Probably not what you wanted to hear but even if they can navigate small radii, a lot of large engines look really STUPID (can you say overhang) doing it.

Good Luck

Simon

Actually, I appreciate the response. I had always heard it was right around there but never knew exactly. This will help me tremedously as the sharpest curve I have currently on the layout is an 80”. 

And yes, these locomotives are quite large indeed. Once they have been P48ed, the ultimate test shall begin.

Thanks again!

James 

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James,

If your Min radius is 80" you should be able to run anything you want no sweat and it will all look good!

Best,

Simon

E21_JAMES,

I've been intrigued for a long time by the Milwaukee Road's electrics, the Montana Division and the operation at Avery. I'm impressed that you are modeling the Bitterroot's and would like to see some pictures of your layout.

MELGAR