A REGULAR ROAD RUNNER: Czech train maker ETS has announced a unique motorized unit to help cut costs on your transit line: the no. 200 Rail-Road-Bus. The model is rigged with rail wheels to provide your O scale patrons with a smooth and comfortable commute into Traintown. The vehicle costs $159 in two- or three-rail versions; add $59 for AC power. Shipping is extra. See your ETS retailer or go to www.ets-trains.com to order.
UK TOY TRAINS: Michael Foster has published the second volume in a planned four-volume series called British Toy Trains, Book 2 covers Dunham, White & Betal, British Marx, and trains by A. Wells. The book includes trains, accessories, and rolling stock, along with electric, clockwork, and floor toys. Marx collectors will note that there are 53 pages of Marx content! The 144-page book includes 200 photos and costs $25 plus shipping. The volume is available in the U.S. from Blystone Books, 2132 Delaware Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 12518, call 412-371-3511 or e-mail bsbooks@verison.net.
ON THE ROAD AGAIN: Menards has added three new flatcars with cargo load to spice up your freight car fleets. The nos. 279-3377 flat with Trailways bus load, the 279-3432 flat with US Army bus, and 279-3449 flat with US Army van. The cars cost $19.99 each plus shipping (free shipment to your local Menards) and are available at www.menards.com.
GET TO THE HOSPITAL (or cemetary) IN STYLE: Diecast Direct has developed an O gauge retro vehicle to meet your 1930s-40s medical and funerary needs (all models based on a 1937 Studebaker service vehicle). Ambulances include the nos. AHM43-101 (white with red cross) and AHM43-102 (red and white with cross). Hearses include the AHM43-103 (red), AHM43-104 (silver), and AHM43-105 (white). All vehicles have an opening rear door.
These vehicles will be part of Diecast Direct’s American Heritage Series, with anticipated availability late spring of 2016. The 1937 Studebaker hearses are $29.95 each, and the 1937 Studebaker ambulances are $31.95 each. To order go to www.diecastdirect.com.
These vehicles will be part of Diecast Direct’s American Heritage Series, with anticipated availability late spring of 2016. The 1937 Studebaker hearses are $29.95 each, and the 1937 Studebaker ambulances are $31.95 each. To order go to www.diecastdirect.com.
