Train operation
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Tire-Traction
Coupling
Y
our locomotive is equipped with Tire-
Traction. This means that one of the
drive wheels is fitted with a rubber Traction
Tire to enhance tractive effort so your loco-
motive can pull many cars at once.
Lionel locomotives with Tire-Traction grip
the track, enabling them to pull heavy loads
at higher speeds. Replacement Traction Tires
are available at your authorized Lionel Service
Center.
W
hen coupling your cars, at least one of
the mating couplers must be open as
shown below at the left. Simply press down on
the lock release to open the coupler, then push
the cars toward each other until they lock
together as illustrated in Figure 8.
Keep in mind that it’s easier to couple cars on a straight stretch of track.
Lock release
Figure 8. Coupler operation
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