Need a Drawbar for a K-Line 2-8-2 C&O Rd # 1060

Really nice loco! Brasseur Electric Trains bough much of remaining K-line inventory and can help: https://traindoctor.com/service/kline/kline.php I'd suggest giving them a call or sending an email.

I believe it is one of these drawbars but I'm not sure. Maybe another OGR member can check their K-line Mikado?

• K3180-X008
• K3600-X046

If you find the need for any other parts, you may be able to order some used on the Lionel USRA Mikado (which is re-issued K-line tooling.) Just note that the electronics won't be compatible. In this case the Lionel version uses a wireless IR drawbar, so unfortunately that's not a viable replacement.

I'd just make one, I typically use fiberglass sheet as I think it's stronger and wears better than Styrene.  It's a simple drawbar, this shouldn't be much of an issue.

Not sure if this would fit your Mikado. Was designed for a K-Line Berkshire. Plus the coupling would be closer by design. They are available on Shapeways. Forum member CentralFan 1976 designed it.

https://ogrforum.com/...c/145297442841368129

Alex w, GRJ and Dave C , I apologize for the tardy reply, been out of pocket and didn't get a chance to check the forum for replies, I thank you all so much for your very helpful replies.  I will get going on this and see what I can come up with.  I'd  really like to find an original K-line part but have no problem making one from FG sheet.  All I would need to do is find the sheet.    Shouldn't be a problem, I think there is a model R/C store not too far away.  It is a terrific engine and I'm really anxious to get it running,.  Thanks again for your answers, much appreciated.

J, lots of choices for materials. A lot of drawbars use .050" steel but brass would work as well and a bit easier to work. Check your junkbox for old hinges or any metal. If you have an old circuit board then that would work but no need to go out and purchase material if you have something else available.

Pete