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What is Hornby live steam?
Hornby Live Steam is a range of Steam Locomotives that operate using real steam. They are controlled via a separate power Controller which is incompatible with existing controllers. The Live Steam locomotive must be run in isolation from other DCC or DC engines. There are several You Tube videos showing the engines in action
What is michele bachmann interested in?
Michele Bachmann has decided not to run again for Congress in 2014.
Where were locomotives used?
Locomotives were and are used for pulling train cars. Today, they are run by diesel electric engines and possess several thousand horsepower each.
Do you need two controllers for two model trains?
It depends on the type of locomotives you have. Several DCC locomotives can be run on the same track with one DCC controller. Traditional DC or AC locomotives on the same track will only require one controller and they will run at approximately the same speed. (AC and DC cannot be mixed)
Why is diesel electric used on locomotives?
Diesel electric is used on locomotives because the diesel electric system is much cleaner and quieter and more efficient than the old steam locomotives. The diesel fuel is used to run a generator which produces electric power which is used to power the electromagnetic drive motors mounted on the locomotives axles!
Can you run 0 gauge locos on a hornby 00 gauge track?
No, the track is too narrow for the train to run on, as O guage has a wider wheel base than OO Gauge
Why diesel engine is not used in small locomotives?
I am not an expert but my understanding is the electromotive configuration is better suited to locomotives. An internal combustion engine is used to run a generator or alternator and the electricity then runs the electric motors that drive the wheels. +++ The diesel engine IS used in small locomotives, usually with a hydraulic transmission. Larger locomotives use either electric or hydraulic drives but the prime mover is still a diesel engine.
Did Alco locomotives run with long hood forward?
No when use in MUD, maybe yes in single unit use.
Do locomotive trains use gas?
Locomotives use diesel engines thus run on diesel fuel, they do not use gasoline.
What are the different kinds of locomotives?
Steam, diesel, electric, sail, gas turbine, maglev and railplane (1934). The different kinds or steam locomotives, diesel locomotiveas, etc. There are three diffrent types: steam, which isn't used much nowdays, diesel, which burn diesel to run power generators, and electric, which run on electricity.
Can You Name Everyone Who Dropped Out Of The Run For President Because Of the Iowa Cacus?
Michele Bachmann is the only candidate that gave up because of the Iowa caucus.
What are Michele Bachmann's qualifications to run for president?
Michele Bachmann has served as a state and US representative for Minnesota since 2001. She was the first woman for the state of Minnesota to serve as a US representative. She also got a B.A. from Wiona State University and a J.D. degree from Oral Roberts University.
