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ready-to-run model will have an MSRP of $27.95. An undeco-
rated version will list at $21.95.
Bachmann Trains
has an N
scale version of
a Baldwin 4-6-0
steam locomo-
tive. The ready-to-run ten-wheeler is available decorated
for Nickel Plate, Southern Railway, Chesapeake & Ohio, and
Baltimore & Ohio. The model comes with DCC for speed, direc-
tion, and lighting. Additional features include a can motor,
diecast boiler and chassis, Walschaerts valve gear, blackened
metal wheels, and traction tires. The model has an MSRP of
$209.00.
BLMA Models
is book-
ing reservations
for the second
release of a 200’
truss bridge. The
N scale model is a faithful replica of a single track bridge on the
Union Pacific mainline between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. The
fully assembled model is handcrafted in brass. Details include
dimensionally accurate truss members, full rivet detail, etched
metal walkways, and etched metal handrails. The model is
available in silver (prototype shown here) and black (see our
HO scale report for a picture of the black version). Visit the
website for pricing and ordering information.
Bowser
) is taking
reservations for N
scale cylindrical hop-
pers, scheduled for
release next summer. Decorating schemes include ACFX-Boraxo,
ASRX-Domino Sugar, and ACFX-Old Dutch Cleanser (above).
SHPX cars are deco-
rated for Purina
Chows (above), Farm
& Ranch Feed Supply,
Hercules, Southern
States, Sterling Salt, Petrothene, and Wayne Feeds. Bowser’s
ready-to-run Executive series model will have body-mounted
knuckle couplers and roller bearing trucks with Fox Valley
metal wheelsets. The MSRP is $19.95.
Fox Valley Models
is booking reserva-
tions for an SD70ACe locomotive with delivery expected in
mid-2015. The N scale model follows a prototype with an iso-
lated cab and low headlights. Features include separate MU
lines, uncoupling levers, and ditch lights. Also optional metal
grab irons, windshield wipers, and sun shades. Three numbers
each will be available for Arkansas & Missouri, BNSF, Montana
Rail Link, and Union Pacific. The list price will be $130.00 each.
InterMountain
Railway
) has
released additional
details on its recently
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