| Problem | Likely Cause | Solution | |---------|--------------|----------| | Wheels slip when starting | Full engine + too much throttle | Reduce throttle, or start in Half engine | | Train barely moves on a hill | Half engine + low throttle | Increase to Full engine and apply more throttle | | Engine runs out of steam quickly (steam loco) | Full engine at high speed | Reduce reverser toward Half or less | | Train overspeeds downhill | Full reverse not applied | Apply Half or Full reverse + independent brake |
What sounds like a technical glitch or a broken asset is actually a deep-seated piece of community lore that has transitioned from spooky "creepypasta" stories into a tangible, "full" experience for creators and players alike. What is the "Half Engine"? The legend of the Half Engine trainz half engine full