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  1. I have a small G scale layout (11'x24') with fairly tight radiuses, but my battery operated Aristocraft 2-8-0 does fine as it has the two inner axles with no flange on the wheels. I have been around steamers at club days and meets, and would like to add a steamer to my layout. I model the...
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