Would a consist of say 5 locos coupled together still be subject to the same conditions as a single light engine?[/QUOTE]
Depends as to why 5 loco are coupled are they,
1. in multy
2. in tandem
To explain if loco's are in multy that means the loco are all coupled up electrically and can be controlled by 1 driver getting power from all locos.
Or in tandem is the locos are not coupled electrically, can be worked by 1 driver but power from the lead loco only.
To try and answer the querie, I think providing all the locos are in good working order with no brake problems etc then yes I believe that 5 light locos are classed the same as 1 but I will find out and get back soon.
Les
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