Bachman 4-8-2 mountain locomotive

Hi folks;

I haven't heard much about this locomotive, and as I am considering one, can someone tell me how they run? Do they run like the other spectrum locos? I own some 2-8-0's and 2-6-0's and they run very well, but am sure wondering about this larger locomotive.

 

The heavy mountain is the best of the two for performance between the heavy and light versions.

Also check out the Spookshow report on the heavy and light versions.
http://www.visi.com/~spookshow/bachmann482.html

 

My heavy is a great runner.

 

Mark (Spookshow) gave the Bachmann Heavy Mountain an "A" grade. Here's his analysis of all three Bachmann Mountains, Light (C), Heavy (A), and Revised Light (B).

http://www.visi.com/~spookshow/bachmann482.html

 

I run a heavy Mountain and I am very satisfied with its detailing and performance. Smooth running, acceptable tractio. It enters the video at 6:45!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNnBy6lvduY

 

Thanks everyone, you've helped a great deal, and prevented me from buying the wrong locomotive. I also appreciate the attached videos and pictures along with the comments.