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Spectrum 0-4-0 Full Stall Amperage?

Could anyone tell me what the full stall amperage is for the Spectrum 0-4-0 (side or saddle tank)?

I’m eyeing an r/c system but it’s only rated at 1.5 Amps.

I just converted my side tank to RailPro using the LM-3S-G. I tested my saddle tanker with the RailPro HO module which maxes out at 1A. It would start the locomotive and run for a few feet then shut down with “Overload”.

The set up program in RailPro sets the maximum current for each loco. I’ll go check what it says teh Saddle tank pulls and get back to you soon.

OK, RailPro’s auto set feature, which measures load at full throttle with wheels spinning/slipping on the track, puts the current draw at 520ma. In my experience, it is possible to draw more with a locomotive pulling a heavy load at less than full throttle. But even considering that, I’m pretty sure your 0-4-0 will draw less than 1A.