I am building a branch line that features a number of stations and industries that require the use of a loop so that the loco - usually a small tank loco, can run around the train and go back whence it came. What happens is this. The run around is executed OK, but instead of the train now going in the direction it is suposed to - loco first - it pushes the train back to the end of the turn loop (protected by buffers, and just sits there.
In some instances it tries to use the bypass loop to achieve the desired direction, or sits and tells me it's waiting for track clearance. On one or two occasions, whilst sitting accross the loop junction, the points have changed and derailed the train.
I have tried all sorts of combinations of signals and what-nots, but nothing seems to make the train obey the commands.
Is this just a failing of the AI, or have I missed something obvious?
Any help would be appreciated.
Bob![Confused :confused: :confused:](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)
In some instances it tries to use the bypass loop to achieve the desired direction, or sits and tells me it's waiting for track clearance. On one or two occasions, whilst sitting accross the loop junction, the points have changed and derailed the train.
I have tried all sorts of combinations of signals and what-nots, but nothing seems to make the train obey the commands.
Is this just a failing of the AI, or have I missed something obvious?
Any help would be appreciated.
Bob