The Canadian Maple Leaf freight set combines an uncommon road name (for a complete set, that is) with an eclectic selection of rolling stock. […]
Video: Lionel O gauge Canadian Pacific freight set
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Video: Woodland Scenics O Scale Built-&-Ready Structure Line
These ready-to-install structures by Woodland Scenics is a smart new product for the O scale market that will spruce up the appearance of any layout with ease. […]
CSX derailment photo gallery NEWSWIRE
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Atlas Model Railroad Co. and Atlas O to merge
The merger of Atlas O, LLC and Atlas Model Railroad Co. Inc. was announced today by Thomas W. Haedrich, Atlas Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. Atlas O, LLC will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlas Model Railroad Co. Inc., effective January 1st, 2012. “The merger accomplishes family business planning and makes for a more […]
Meccano Erector set locomotive kit
Gary Raymond Large scale (no scale specified), gauge 1, locomotive construction kitMeccano363 Avenue de Saint ExuperyF-62100 CalaisFrancePrice: $65.99 at Toys-R-UsWebsite: www.meccano.com Erector Special Edition #83-0506E, non-scale-specific construction set for a couple of different 1-gauge locomotives (as well as a rocket, submarine, or four other vehicles); all necessary parts with instruction booklet included (except 4 AA […]
Ozark Miniatures bobber caboose kit
G. Erhart 1:20.3 scale, gauge 1, two-axle bobber cabooseOzark Miniatures3461 S 5225 WCedar City UT 84720Price: $130.80 Website: www.ozarkminiatures.comWood-and-metal kit for constructing a freelance bobber caboose; laser-cut wooden parts; white-metal castings; plastic window panes; Sierra Valley wheels; link-and-pin couplers. Dimensions: length, 8½” over couplers; width, 4½”; height, 8½” to top of smokejack. In 1:20.3 scale, […]
Video: Bachmann On2 1/2 Porter 0-4-0T
The Bachmann Spectrum series 0-4-0T includes a SoundTraxx Digital Command Control (DCC) sound decoder. See and hear this On2 1/2 (On30) steam locomotive in action. […]
Athearn HO scale Electro-Motive Division SW1500 diesel locomotive
Athearn Trains HO scale SW1500 diesel locomotive An upgraded mechanism, railroad-specific details, and cab interior are just some of the upgrades on the Electro-Motive Division (EMD) SW1500 by Athearn. The HO scale model, originally released in 1991 as part of Athearn’s blue box line of locomotive and rolling stock kits, is now available as a […]
Kato N scale Southern Pacific class GS-4 steam locomotive
Kato N scale Southern Pacific class GS-4 steam locomotive Price: $198 ManufacturerKato USA Inc.100 Remington Rd.Schaumburg, IL 60173katousa.com Era: 1941-1948Comments: During World War II, Southern Pacific painted its class GS-4 4-8-4 Northern locomotives, motive power for its iconic Daylight passenger streamliners, black to reduce their visibility to enemy bombers. Kato USA is now offering its […]
Faller Gras-Fix static grass applicator with funnel sifter
Faller Gras-Fix static grass applicator with funnel sifter Price: See your Faller dealer ManufacturerGebr. Faller GmbHKreuzstrasse 9D-78148 Gütenbach, Germanyfaller.de Comments: This handy tool for applying static grass is the latest offering from Faller. The Gras-Fix measures 91⁄2″ long and has a 3″ diameter grass hopper that’s 1-7/8″ deep. It also includes a funnel sifter for […]
Walthers HO scale Budd RPO car
Walthers HO scale Santa Fe RPO The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Ry. El Capitan is the next HO scale name passenger train offered by Walthers. This well-detailed Railway Post Office with a simulated stainless steel finish kicks off the series.The prototype. Railway Post Office (RPO) cars were a common sight on the head end […]
New products for December 15, 2011
HO scale locomotives General Electric Dash 8-40C and 8-40CW diesel locomotives. New road numbers and paint schemes. Dash 8-40C: Canadian National (15th anniversary or modern paint schemes), Ferrocarriles Nationales de Mexico (three road numbers). Dash 8-40CW: BNSF (three new numbers); Conrail (“Quality” lettering), CSX (patched Conrail), Norfolk Southern, and Union Pacific (three new numbers). Two […]
