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You might give "Accucraft" a try. They are already dabbling in in 1 to 13.7 (correct scale for G gauge as 2ft)
http://www.accucraft.com/modelc/1menu_13p7_ls.htm  Often, Accucraft offers their models in both electric and live steam.

Don't, however, expect these to come cheep.  They build quality and their price reflects this.  My guess is you'd pay for a WW&F Forney about what I have invested in my 7 1/2 electric engine. 

BTW, it will run on 25 foot radius track, which allows a basic layout in my small back yard.  And 7 1/2 gauge track actually costs less per foot than G gauge.  If anyone is interested in building something like the #11, I'd be happy to pass along what I've learned.

Bob Springs

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Other Narrow Gauge / Re: 7.5" Gauge Loco 10 Model: Bountyland Railroad
« on: November 07, 2014, 08:07:32 PM »
What a thrill to see our little #11's picture posted here!   ;D

It is, indeed, 7 1/2 gauge.  And while it is based on #10, I made a number of changes, some I really had no choice, others were just the way I wanted to build it, like the duck-bill roof so as it's somewhat freelanced I numbered it "11".

In the picture, it is nearing completion and is posed on the apron of our shop.  Today I brought her home.  I don't have the batteries and controls hooked up at this point but hope to soon. 

This is my first post here and as soon as I figure out how I'll post some pictures.

Thanks for your interest in our project.
Bob Springs

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