We reviewed the Athearn N scale Challenger in the June 2007 issue of Model Railroader. Watch a video clip of this 4-6-6-4 steam locomotive in action. If you would like to view the video and are a Model Railroader subscriber, please log in below. […]
Type of Train: Steam Locomotive
Video: Athearn N scale Challenger
We reviewed the Athearn N scale Challenger in the June 2007 issue of Model Railroader. Watch a video clip of this 4-6-6-4 steam locomotive in action. If you would like to view the video and are a Model Railroader subscriber, please log in below. […]
Online Video Extra: Dick Wallin’s Illinois Central Steam
In our Summer issue, R. R. “Dick” Wallin recalls several cab rides on Illinois Central steam engines. See clips of Wallin’s 8mm color movies from those rides. […]
Southern Pacific 2472 is test-fired NEWSWIRE
Alan Siegwarth SUNOL, Calif. – The Golden Gate Railroad Museum has announced that its Southern Pacific 4-6-2 No. 2472 has been successfully steam-tested as mandated by federal regulations under the 1,472-day inspection rules. Locomotive reassembly is continuing, and the group expects the locomotive to be complete in the near future. The Golden Gate Railroad Museum […]
Online Video Extra: Dick Wallin’s Illinois Central Steam
In our Summer issue, R. R. “Dick” Wallin recalls several cab rides on Illinois Central steam engines. See clips of Wallin’s 8mm color movies from those rides. […]
Accucraft three-truck Shay
Kevin Strong 1:20.3 scale, gauge 1, three-truck ShayAccucraft Trains33268 Central Ave.Union City CA 94587Price $3,800Web site: www.accucraft.com All-metal model of a 60 ton, class-C Shay built by Lima Locomotive Works; electrically powered via 24V motor; directional lighting; minimum radius, 4′; working cab windows; working couplers; prototypically accurate lettering and number. Dimensions: Length, 28.5″; width: 5.5″; […]
Bachmann three-truck Shay
Dave Goodson 1:20.3 scale, gauge 1, three-truck ShayBachmann Industries, Inc.1400 E. Erie AvenuePhiladelphia PA 19124Price: $1,000Web site: www.bachmanntrains.com Plastic-and-metal model of a 55 ton, three-truck Shay; tested locomotive (#82498) is painted, unlettered; wiring and parts diagram; DVD showing locomotives in use and lubrication procedures; new warranty statement; engineer and fireman; optional smoke stacks and fuel […]
Walthers HO scale USRA 2-10-2
Walthers HO USRA 2-10-2 This massive HO USRA 2-10-2 is a big brute of a steam locomotive, designed for mainline freight ser-vice. Part of Walthers’ Proto 2000 Heritage Collection, it offers classic good looks and a powerful new mechanism capable of hauling prototype-length trains. Though it can negotiate curves as sharp as 18″ radius, the […]
Athearn N scale Challenger 4-6-6-4
Athearn N Challenger 4-6-6-4 For N scale fans of big articulated steam locomotives, what’s more exciting than a 1:160-proportion Challenger 4-6-6-4? How about one equipped with realistic onboard sound. The Challenger is the first DCC-and-sound-equipped N scale steamer in Athearn’s product line. The model’s dual-mode decoder, manufactured by Model Rectifier Corp., provides controllable sound effects […]
Lionel O gauge 4-4-2 Hiawatha locomotive
IN THE MIDST of the Great Depression, America’s railroads turned to fast trains to draw the public back to rail travel. In the Midwest, the Chicago & North Western was preparing to launch high-speed service between Chicago and Minneapolis. The Milwaukee Road’s response was to create a fast, reliable, and stylish express train. The name […]
Lionel O gauge 4-4-2 Hiawatha passenger car set
AS THE REVIEW of the locomotive noted, the first car set for Hiawatha service was built in 1935. A second series of cars was built in 1937, and demand for the Hiawatha service was so dramatic that in 1938 a third group was built and entered service in 1939. There were several significant changes between […]
SP 4449 in Albany, Ore., for repairs NEWSWIRE
Running side by side, SP 4449 and UP 8444 enter Los Angeles Union Passenger Terminal for LAUPT’s 50th Anniversary celebration on May 5, 1989. The two locomotives will doublehead next month in Washington State. Steve Glischinski ALBANY, Ore. – Former Southern Pacific 4-8-4 No. 4449 arrived in Albany on April 4 for wheel repairs at […]
