![]() *How 3 axle trucks work: Most trucks, or bogeys, used on trains have two axles and four wheels. Piece-use efficiency, structural integrity, interactive potential, and realism were all taken into account in the design process, and this model has been fine-tuned multiple times to fit these categories. I specifically tried to use pieces with a large surface area so that stickers with the CSX logos and numbers could easily be applied to the front, back, and sides. Two roof panels as well as two mid-section side panels can be removed from the body of the train to reveal the anatomy, which consists of a photorealistic V-16 engine (EMD 16-645E3), an electric generator, and a battery box. Also, the cabin roof can be removed to reveal a furnished cabin with chairs and a control board. The trucks can pivot, and the train can be guided by turning tracks. The train is fitted with LEGO train wheel pieces, so the engine is compatible with LEGO train track pieces. This set is a great display piece because of its real-life accuracy, but it is also interactive. While there are many LEGO train sets, there are not many sets that focus on freight trains. I designed this creation because it combines two of my favorite things: LEGO and trains. ![]() The colors I used are based on the paint scheme CSX Transportation uses on their locomotives, and the SD40-3 is exclusively used by CSX. ![]() Designer’s Description: This LEGO creation is a model of an EMD SD40-3 freight train engine.
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