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New York Central; and Wellsville Addison & Galeton. Analog/DC
models have an NMRA 8 and 21 pin plug to accommodate an
aftermarket decoder. Models with DCC are factory equipped
with a LokSound Select dual-mode decoder which allows loco-
motive to operate on standard DC as well as DCC equipped lay-
outs. DC models will have an MSRP of $179.95. F7s with factory
installed DCC will list at $279.95. Matching F7A-F7B units will be
priced at $329.95 and $499.95 respectively. Dealer orders are
due by December 20, 2013.
Bowser is developing an All-Canadian SD40-2 locomotive based
on prototypes built in London, Ontario by General Motors Diesel
(GMD). Bowser is soliciting input from hobbyists and rail fans
who have photos or other documentation to authenticate spe-
cific details unique to the GMD SD40-2s. Current planning calls
for producing CP road number 5718, CP 1813, CP 1839, CP 5962,
CP 6040, and BCR 752 – all with 102'' noses. Also CP 5570 with
an 81'' nose. For additional details on this project visit
MRH-Dec 2013
