new LC+ scale or not

The prototype GP38 is 3' longer and about 1' taller than the GP20.  Bear in mind that what Lionel calls a GP20 is in reality the Lionel  GP7 body with a low nose.

However, the LC+ GP38 is designed to fit on the LC+ GP7/9/20 frame and the GP38 proportions have been adjusted to fit.

Rusty

The RS-3 LC+ is right on to my measuring. It is very close to scale, perhaps a touch large. The overall length is stated is coupler to coupler is most engineering drawings. The height stated is from the railhead. Other dimensions are called out as needed.

This not the one in the RTR catalog or the sets. That would likely be traditional or non-scale.

I only have the NYC RS-3 in LC+. Love that engine sound.

Thanks to both of you. You have been very helpful! I like Lionel and especially the Lionchief Plus. I just get confused sometimes by the "scale" and "non-scale". Thanks!

You have to check if it is not specifically listed as a "scale" piece. I don't believe all LC+ are 'scale' . One can usually find dimensions on engines and cars on the 'net and then convert them. There will still be variances, but not great. It happens that the LC+ RS3 is very close.

Thanks. I'm glad to know that. I have the Rio Grande. I like it but just wasn't sure about the size.