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# 920-67110 PROTO 2000 HERITAGE STEAM COLLECTION
Painted, Unlettered Walthers Part, p. 46 Walthers 2008 HO Scale Reference
HO scale, $269.98, we have 2 of these left
“More Variety for Steam- and Transition-Era Railroads * New Roadnames & Numbers * Loco & Tender Electrical Pick-Up * Improved Tractive Effort - Now With Traction Tires * Weighted for Maximum Tractive Effort - Pulls 60 or More Cars * Nickel-Silver Plated RP-25Wheels * Operating Cab Windows and Meticulously Detailed Cab Interior * Tender Coal Bunker Style as Appropriate to Road * Slow Speed Less than 3 Scale Miles Per Hour and up to 59 Scale Miles Per Hour Fast Speed * 10-Page History Booklet & Certificate of Quality By 1917, the arrival of larger and much heavier freight cars had pushed most 0-6-0 designs to their limits. Realizing that railroads needed bigger and more powerful switchers to handle these modern cars, the United States Railway Administration developed plans for an all-new 0-8-0. Up-to-date in all respects, these big switchers were the equals in power of many road freight locomotives from just a few years earlier! Unlike some USRA designs, the 0-8-0 was well liked by the railroads that received it; 175 were completed before government control ended in 1920. But the 0-8-0's ultimate success came in the years that followed as the USRA design was eventually copied by 35 different roads. In fact, the last new steam locos built in the US were a series of 0-8-0s, constructed by the N&W in 1951-53 that followed the general outline of the decades-old USRA design.” from Walther’s write-up. DCC Decoder conversion possible. |
#920- 31781, Rock Island #282 PROTO 2000 HERITAGE STEAM COLLECTION
p. 44 Walthers 2008 HO Scale Reference, HO scale, $224.98, sold out at Walthers
“As the US entered World War I, the need to move cars quickly in yards, industrial areas and ports became critical. But many roads soon found their switchers weren't up to the job. Once the United States Railway Administration (USRA) assumed control, the need for larger and more powerful switch engines soon became a priority. As with road engines, the USRA designed both a light (0-6-0) and heavy switcher (0-8-0), and construction began in 1918.
Larger and more powerful than many 0-6-0s then in service, the USRA locos could handle all types of switching and some transfer work. In addition, the larger tenders carrying 8,000 gallons of water and 16 tons of coal increased efficiency, as fewer trips to the water tank and coal dock were needed.
Production ended in 1919 with 255 engines built and in service on 28 railroads. Following the end of USRA control in 1920, some roads ordered copies of these engines, while others used the design as a starting point for improved 0-6-0s. Owners of original engines also began modifying them to match their own standards; many rebuilt tender coal bunkers to improve rearward visibility, and/or replaced headlights, bells and other appliances.
A perfect choice for switching chores on any steam-era pike, these HO Scale models come ready for work and feature:
* Slow Speed Less than 3 Scale Miles Per Hour * Separate Driver set w/Traction Tires for Maximum Pulling Power * Loco & Tender Electrical Pick-Up * Nickel-Silver Plated RP-25 Wheels * Operating Cab Windows & Meticulously Detailed Cab Interior * Tender Coal Bunker Style as Appropriate to Road * Includes History Booklet and Certificate of Quality
PROTO 2000 Heritage Steam USRA 0-6-0 Powered; Standard DC (No Sound)” from Walther’s write-up.
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Railway Post Office #2152 - 2153
Walthers Part # 932-9201, p. 122 Walthers 2009 HO Scale Reference
HO scale, $44.98, currently in stock at Walthers
A Necessary Addition to the Twin Cities Hiawatha * 10 Authentic Milwaukee Road Cars* Upgraded PROTO 2000 E7 Diesels * Completely New HO Scale Models * Based on 1955 "Twin Cities Hiawatha" * Correct 8' Wheelbase Nystrom Trucks (GSC 6-Wheel Trucks on Superdome) * Car Name & Number Decals * Superb Detail Inside & Out * Authentic Laser-Sharp Paint & Lettering * Diecast PROTO Max(TM) Knuckle Couplers * Produced Especially for Walthers 75th Anniversary From 1935 on, the name Hiawatha symbolized the fastest and best the Milwaukee Road had to offer. As the original Chicago-Minneapolis trains grew in popularity, the road built all-new Hiawatha streamliners to serve Midwestern and Pacific Northwest destinations. The entire fleet was refitted in 1948 with 153 new lightweight cars and in 1952, the Milwaukee revolutionized its luxury service with full-length Super Dome cars. Now, these great trains are rolling once again, as Walthers celebrates its 75th Anniversary with a complete series of Hiawatha equipment in HO Scale. Based on a typical Twin Cities Hiawatha consist of 1955, this amazing new collection features 10 authentic Milwaukee cars, including two different coaches, a parlor, tap-lounge, diner, Railway Post Office, two styles of express cars, and the signature Skytop and Super Dome cars. Available for the first time in plastic with all the standard features of Walthers passenger cars, they're handsomely painted and lettered, and include number and name decals to model a complete consist. To meet blistering schedules, you can power your Hiawatha just like the Milwaukee, with new PROTO 2000 EMD E7 A-A Diesels. With superb prototype-specific detailing, accurate bulldog nose, 14-1 gearing and much more, they're the ideal choice to lead your new train. PLEASE NOTE: As these cars are the correct prototype length and feature full underbody detail to match the prototypes, a minimum 24" radius is recommended for operation. |
52-Seat Coach #498 Series
Walthers Part # 932-9200, p. 122 Walthers 2009 HO Scale Reference
HO scale, $44.98, currently in stock at Walthers
A Necessary Addition to the Twin Cities Hiawatha * 10 Authentic Milwaukee Road Cars* Upgraded PROTO 2000 E7 Diesels * Completely New HO Scale Models * Based on 1955 "Twin Cities Hiawatha" * Correct 8' Wheelbase Nystrom Trucks (GSC 6-Wheel Trucks on Superdome) * Car Name & Number Decals * Superb Detail Inside & Out * Authentic Laser-Sharp Paint & Lettering * Diecast PROTO Max(TM) Knuckle Couplers * Produced Especially for Walthers 75th Anniversary From 1935 on, the name Hiawatha symbolized the fastest and best the Milwaukee Road had to offer. As the original Chicago-Minneapolis trains grew in popularity, the road built all-new Hiawatha streamliners to serve Midwestern and Pacific Northwest destinations. The entire fleet was refitted in 1948 with 153 new lightweight cars and in 1952, the Milwaukee revolutionized its luxury service with full-length Super Dome cars. Now, these great trains are rolling once again, as Walthers celebrates its 75th Anniversary with a complete series of Hiawatha equipment in HO Scale. Based on a typical Twin Cities Hiawatha consist of 1955, this amazing new collection features 10 authentic Milwaukee cars, including two different coaches, a parlor, tap-lounge, diner, Railway Post Office, two styles of express cars, and the signature Skytop and Super Dome cars. Available for the first time in plastic with all the standard features of Walthers passenger cars, they're handsomely painted and lettered, and include number and name decals to model a complete consist. |
Pullman-Standard Super Dome #50-59
Walthers Part # 932-9207, p. 122 Walthers 2009 HO Scale Reference
HO scale, $49.98, currently in stock at Walthers
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