INDUSTRIAL ICON: The Premier line Alco S-2 diesel switcher returns to the MTH lineup. The O gauge model has a well-detailed ABS plastic shell, metal chassis, two flywheel-equipped motors, and coil couplers and is available in several road names, including Akron, Canton & Youngstown; Archer Daniels Midland; Chessie System; and Great Northern. The O locomotive costs $459.95. See your MTH retailer or go to www.MTHTrains.com for more information.
GAS AND GO: The Menards no. 279-3987 Dave’s Garage adds a thriving business in a compact space. The low-relief structure features a shallow office and service bay section and an overall footprint of 61/16 x 107/8 inches. A 1:43 die-cast metal tow truck with working headlights is included, and LEDs under the overhanging roof complete the scene. The lighting requires a Menards no. 279-4061, 279-4062, or 279-4050 4.5-volt power supply (sold separately). Fully assembled and decorated, Dave’s Garage costs $29.99 plus shipping, or select free shipping to your local Menards store. Order online at www.Menards.com/Trains.
HAND-PAINTED FLATS: Empire Rail offers handmade and hand-painted wood-core building facades compatible with O gauge model railroads and intended for backdrop use. The facades, whose depth ranges from 1 to 3 inches, start in price at $20. For more information, go to www.empirerail.co, or call 969-887-5799.
FOR YOUR TRAINROOM: Classic Toy Trains is offering three posters depicting all 30 of Lionel’s iconic no. 6464 semi-scale boxcars. Each poster measures 16 x 20 inches, is printed on high-quality gloss stock, and comes shipped in a sturdy mailing tube. Item no. 69709 features 10 boxcars from 1953-54; no. 69710 shows 10 boxcars from 1954-57; and no. 69710 finishes with 10 boxcars from 1957-69. The posters sell for $14.99 each plus shipping, or order the complete set of three posters (item no. 69712) for $39.99 plus shipping by visiting www.KalmbachHobbyStore.com/cttposters.
