Atlas plans
to begin
delivering
an upgraded
version of
its HO scale
ALCo S-2 diesel locomotive in the fourth quarter of this year. The
hood, cab, and truck frames have been retooled, and the die-
cast chassis has been modified to accommodate optional DCC
sound. A special feature is optional horizontal or vertical radiator
shutters. Additional details include directional LED lighting, scale
handrails, separately applied grab irons, uncoupling levers, and
air hoses. Road names will be Boston & Maine, Canadian Pacific,
Erie Lackawanna, Great Northern, Pennsylvania, Susquehanna,
and ATSF (above). Standard DC models have an MSRP of
$149.95. Decoder equipped units list at $259.95.
Blackstone Models
new 2013 product catalog is now available
online. The 26-page, full-color catalog showcases the compa-
nies HOn3 scale locomotives, rolling stock, and accessories. In
addition to the usual product illustrations, close-up images of
the models fine details are provided. The listings include help-
ful historical information about the prototypes. The catalog is
available online at
. Hard copies can be
requested free-of-charge from
Blair Line
) has released a craftsman kit for
Walnut Grove Depot that features a pagoda-style roof with
flared eaves. Construction details include laser-cut floor, sub-
roof, interior and exterior walls, with tab-and-slot connections.
