The Unofficial MSTS FAQ: Operating Trains

The Unofficial Microsoft Train Simulator FAQ - (Check Index page for version info)
by David White - dappawit@yahoo.com
This Page Last updated: April 01, 2001
Copyright © 2001, Do not reproduce in any form without permission.

II.B. OPERATIONS/GAMEPLAY:

(2.B.1) Can you couple/uncouple cars yourself, or is it done by the sim?

You can couple and uncouple cars yourself. Uncoupling is done by selecting an option in a dialogue box. Cars will couple automatically if pushed together.

(2.B.2) Can you throw switches youself, or is it done by the sim?

It depends. If you are running an activity using switching or if you are in Free Mode, then you can throw switches yourself. On activities involving a haul along the main line, then the switches will be set for you.

(2.B.3) How will you know distances when backing into a siding or making up a train?

Different views are available which depict the train from almost any direction. You can just select a view which shows the back of your train, and you will see what you need to see, all while you're still driving from the front of the train.