MTH UP 4500 Baby Turbine

Jet powered trains. In the 1950s, it seemed that everything would eventually be either atomic powered or jet powered. Maybe even rocket powered. General Electric was looking for a way to use it’s jet engine technology in a locomotive. The end result was the Union Pacific 4500hp “Baby” Turbine locomotive. (more…)

Originally posted 2015-01-15 05:44:24.

Eureka Models AD60 Beyer Garratt

When it comes to model railroads, I’m drawn to big steam, and unusual locomotives. This Beyer Garratt from the Land Down Under fits both descriptions well. (more…)

Originally posted 2014-11-10 02:45:37.

Walthers Super Chief

Walthers Santa Fe “Super Chief” and “El Capitan” named trains are pulled by the “Warbonnet” clad F3 and F7 locomotives. (more…)

Originally posted 2014-09-04 23:32:30.

Overland Models Chesapeake and Ohio M-1 Steam Turbine

Ever seen a U-boat become a locomotive? (more…)

Originally posted 2014-08-11 22:36:30.

BLI 1929 Model A Track Inspection Sedan

When originally released (2009?), I was late to the pre-order party and only managed to track down a DC version of this HO scale track inspection vehicle. The DCC versions were sold out long ago. So, I had to resort to converting this DC model to DCC. (more…)

Originally posted 2015-10-30 20:52:51.

Walthers PRR Broadway Limited E8A and E7B

Continuing its line of “Named Trains”, Walthers releases the PRR EMD E8A and E7B’s, thereby completing the release of the entire PRR Broadway Limited consist. (more…)

Originally posted 2015-09-12 19:01:27.