Of the three new Pacific's from lionel this year of which I have the Blue Comet, I have noticed the Southern Cresent Limited has several more desirable features then on the Blue Comet (I am not sure about the Alton). #1 Control switches located on top of the engine. #2 Whistle smoke fill located under a covered dome. #3 There will be a full baggage car in the passenger set.(which I really like). Then of course with the Blue Comet there is the big time whistle issue. (Steam Whistle Vs. Diesel Horn). I do believe all three are good looking engines, however I would not mind having what I will call the more updated features, The pull cords on the Bell and Whistle are also a nice effect. Oh yeah that whistle sound. OMHO
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