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PROTO 2000 N Scale model trains demonstrate prototypical details and movement. Walthers purchased PROTO in 2005. The quality in manufacturing continues with inovative advancements.
PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP20 -- Santa Fe #1132PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP20 -- Santa Fe #1132 28-Jan-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) * New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Roadnumbers Listed will Not be Re-run * Engines in this run will be Discontinued When Sold Out By the mid 50s, increasing pressure from long-haul trucks, declining passenger revenues and mounting costs forced western railroads to find new ways to improve service. Faced with expensive overhauls of early cab and hood unit diesels, many began looking at new equipment as well as ways to improve existing motive power. In 1955 Union Pacific equipped several GP9s with turbochargers as an experiment. Their success inspired EMD to create its own turbocharger for the 567 prime mover, leading to the introduction of the six-axle SD24 in 1958. Further experiments in 1959 created a four-axle version, dubbed the GP20. Early in their careers, the new units were typically assigned priority freights that demanded higher speeds. With the arrival of newer power, they were gradually bumped into secondary runs, and eventually spent their last years in local and yard service. Following their retirement, a few went to work for shortline operators. Western Pacific #2001, the very first GP20, was donated by UP to the Feather River Rail Society in 1985, where it has been restored to its as-built appearance. PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP20 -- New York Central #2102PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP20 -- New York Central #2102 28-Jan-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) * New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Roadnumbers Listed will Not be Re-run * Engines in this run will be Discontinued When Sold Out By the mid 50s, increasing pressure from long-haul trucks, declining passenger revenues and mounting costs forced western railroads to find new ways to improve service. Faced with expensive overhauls of early cab and hood unit diesels, many began looking at new equipment as well as ways to improve existing motive power. In 1955 Union Pacific equipped several GP9s with turbochargers as an experiment. Their success inspired EMD to create its own turbocharger for the 567 prime mover, leading to the introduction of the six-axle SD24 in 1958. Further experiments in 1959 created a four-axle version, dubbed the GP20. Early in their careers, the new units were typically assigned priority freights that demanded higher speeds. With the arrival of newer power, they were gradually bumped into secondary runs, and eventually spent their last years in local and yard service. Following their retirement, a few went to work for shortline operators. Western Pacific #2001, the very first GP20, was donated by UP to the Feather River Rail Society in 1985, where it has been restored to its as-built appearance. PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP20 -- Union Pacific(R) #487PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP20 -- Union Pacific(R) #487 28-Jan-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) * New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Roadnumbers Listed will Not be Re-run * Engines in this run will be Discontinued When Sold Out By the mid 50s, increasing pressure from long-haul trucks, declining passenger revenues and mounting costs forced western railroads to find new ways to improve service. Faced with expensive overhauls of early cab and hood unit diesels, many began looking at new equipment as well as ways to improve existing motive power. In 1955 Union Pacific equipped several GP9s with turbochargers as an experiment. Their success inspired EMD to create its own turbocharger for the 567 prime mover, leading to the introduction of the six-axle SD24 in 1958. Further experiments in 1959 created a four-axle version, dubbed the GP20. Early in their careers, the new units were typically assigned priority freights that demanded higher speeds. With the arrival of newer power, they were gradually bumped into secondary runs, and eventually spent their last years in local and yard service. Following their retirement, a few went to work for shortline operators. Western Pacific #2001, the very first GP20, was donated by UP to the Feather River Rail Society in 1985, where it has been restored to its as-built appearance. PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP20 -- Union Pacific(R) #492PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP20 -- Union Pacific(R) #492 N 99.98 N 28-Jan-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)* New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Roadnumbers Listed will Not be Re-run * Engines in this run will be Discontinued When Sold Out By the mid 50s, increasing pressure from long-haul trucks, declining passenger revenues and mounting costs forced western railroads to find new ways to improve service. Faced with expensive overhauls of early cab and hood unit diesels, many began looking at new equipment as well as ways to improve existing motive power. In 1955 Union Pacific equipped several GP9s with turbochargers as an experiment. Their success inspired EMD to create its own turbocharger for the 567 prime mover, leading to the introduction of the six-axle SD24 in 1958. Further experiments in 1959 created a four-axle version, dubbed the GP20. Early in their careers, the new units were typically assigned priority freights that demanded higher speeds. With the arrival of newer power, they were gradually bumped into secondary runs, and eventually spent their last years in local and yard service. Following their retirement, a few went to work for shortline operators. Western Pacific #2001, the very first GP20, was donated by UP to the Feather River Rail Society in 1985, where it has been restored to its as-built appearance. PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered -- Green Bay & Western #302PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered -- Green Bay & Western #302 28-Dec-2010 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)* New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Roadnumbers Listed will Not be Re-run * Engines in this run will be Discontinued When Sold Out The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered -- New Haven #0505 (McGinnis orange, black)PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered -- New Haven #0505 (McGinnis orange, black) 28-Dec-2010 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)* New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Roadnumbers Listed will Not be Re-run * Engines in this run will be Discontinued When Sold Out The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- BNSF #8734 (Santa Fe "Patch") 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- BNSF #8734 (Santa Fe "Patch") 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) * New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * Micro-Trains Knuckle Couplers * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor Built 1985-1994, most still in service Primary Assignment: Fast intermodal and light, priority freight; later used in general freight service as well as local and yard work. As computer technology advanced in the 1980s, EMD took a major step forward with the introduction of the new GP60. Directly behind the cab, a trio of onboard microprocessors regulated and ran various onboard systems, replacing complex wiring circuits and relays. Coaxing 3,800 horsepower from its 16-cylinder 710G3A prime mover, the four-axle GP60 was well suited for fast freight service and was often seen on the point of priority trains when new. While the GP60 proved the advantages of computer control, potential buyers were more interested in six-axle power, and EMD focused its development efforts on the bigger units. For now, the GP60 may be the last in a long line of geeps. PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- BNSF #8735 (Santa Fe "Patch") 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- BNSF #8735 (Santa Fe "Patch") New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * Micro-Trains Knuckle Couplers * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor Built 1985-1994, most still in service Primary Assignment: Fast intermodal and light, priority freight; later used in general freight service as well as local and yard work. As computer technology advanced in the 1980s, EMD took a major step forward with the introduction of the new GP60. Directly behind the cab, a trio of onboard microprocessors regulated and ran various onboard systems, replacing complex wiring circuits and relays. Coaxing 3,800 horsepower from its 16-cylinder 710G3A prime mover, the four-axle GP60 was well suited for fast freight service and was often seen on the point of priority trains when new. While the GP60 proved the advantages of computer control, potential buyers were more interested in six-axle power, and EMD focused its development efforts on the bigger units. For now, the GP60 may be the last in a long line of geeps. 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- DRGW #3155 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- DRGW #3155 * New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * Micro-Trains Knuckle Couplers * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor Built 1985-1994, most still in service Primary Assignment: Fast intermodal and light, priority freight; later used in general freight service as well as local and yard work. As computer technology advanced in the 1980s, EMD took a major step forward with the introduction of the new GP60. Directly behind the cab, a trio of onboard microprocessors regulated and ran various onboard systems, replacing complex wiring circuits and relays. Coaxing 3,800 horsepower from its 16-cylinder 710G3A prime mover, the four-axle GP60 was well suited for fast freight service and was often seen on the point of priority trains when new. While the GP60 proved the advantages of computer control, potential buyers were more interested in six-axle power, and EMD focused its development efforts on the bigger units. For now, the GP60 may be the last in a long line of geeps. 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- Denver & Rio Grande Western(TM) #3156 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- Denver & Rio Grande Western(TM) #3156 * New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * Micro-Trains Knuckle Couplers * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor Built 1985-1994, most still in service Primary Assignment: Fast intermodal and light, priority freight; later used in general freight service as well as local and yard work. As computer technology advanced in the 1980s, EMD took a major step forward with the introduction of the new GP60. Directly behind the cab, a trio of onboard microprocessors regulated and ran various onboard systems, replacing complex wiring circuits and relays. Coaxing 3,800 horsepower from its 16-cylinder 710G3A prime mover, the four-axle GP60 was well suited for fast freight service and was often seen on the point of priority trains when new. While the GP60 proved the advantages of computer control, potential buyers were more interested in six-axle power, and EMD focused its development efforts on the bigger units. For now, the GP60 may be the last in a long line of geeps. 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- Union Pacific(R) #1955 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- Union Pacific(R) #1955 * New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * Micro-Trains Knuckle Couplers * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor Built 1985-1994, most still in service Primary Assignment: Fast intermodal and light, priority freight; later used in general freight service as well as local and yard work. As computer technology advanced in the 1980s, EMD took a major step forward with the introduction of the new GP60. Directly behind the cab, a trio of onboard microprocessors regulated and ran various onboard systems, replacing complex wiring circuits and relays. Coaxing 3,800 horsepower from its 16-cylinder 710G3A prime mover, the four-axle GP60 was well suited for fast freight service and was often seen on the point of priority trains when new. While the GP60 proved the advantages of computer control, potential buyers were more interested in six-axle power, and EMD focused its development efforts on the bigger units. For now, the GP60 may be the last in a long line of geeps. 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- Norfolk Southern #7131 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- Norfolk Southern #7131 * New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * Micro-Trains Knuckle Couplers * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor Built 1985-1994, most still in service Primary Assignment: Fast intermodal and light, priority freight; later used in general freight service as well as local and yard work. As computer technology advanced in the 1980s, EMD took a major step forward with the introduction of the new GP60. Directly behind the cab, a trio of onboard microprocessors regulated and ran various onboard systems, replacing complex wiring circuits and relays. Coaxing 3,800 horsepower from its 16-cylinder 710G3A prime mover, the four-axle GP60 was well suited for fast freight service and was often seen on the point of priority trains when new. While the GP60 proved the advantages of computer control, potential buyers were more interested in six-axle power, and EMD focused its development efforts on the bigger units. For now, the GP60 may be the last in a long line of geeps. 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- Union Pacific(R) #1965 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel EMD GP60 Standard DC -- Union Pacific(R) #1965 * New Schemes & Numbers * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * Micro-Trains Knuckle Couplers * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor Built 1985-1994, most still in service Primary Assignment: Fast intermodal and light, priority freight; later used in general freight service as well as local and yard work. As computer technology advanced in the 1980s, EMD took a major step forward with the introduction of the new GP60. Directly behind the cab, a trio of onboard microprocessors regulated and ran various onboard systems, replacing complex wiring circuits and relays. Coaxing 3,800 horsepower from its 16-cylinder 710G3A prime mover, the four-axle GP60 was well suited for fast freight service and was often seen on the point of priority trains when new. While the GP60 proved the advantages of computer control, potential buyers were more interested in six-axle power, and EMD focused its development efforts on the bigger units. For now, the GP60 may be the last in a long line of geeps. 28-Nov-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Standard DC -- Southern #2121 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Standard DC -- Southern #2121 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) N Scale - Locomotive - Diesel Road Engine RS-2 -- Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered, New York CentralN Scale - Locomotive - Diesel Road Engine RS-2 -- Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered, New York Central Advance Reservation Required, Expected 28-Dec-2010 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) N Scale - Locomotive - Diesel Road Engine RS-2 -- Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered , New Haven 28-Dec-2010 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)N Scale - Locomotive - Diesel Road Engine RS-2 -- Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered, New Haven 28-Dec-2010 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) N Scale - Locomotive - Diesel Road Engine RS-2 -- Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered, PennsylvaniaN Scale - Locomotive - Diesel Road Engine RS-2 -- Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered, Pennsylvania, Expected 28-Dec-2010 Limited Run (Adv. Res.Required) PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered -- Pennsylvania #4048 Limited Run (Other PRR RS-2 is Sold Out)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered -- Pennsylvania #4048 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. Limited Run PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered -- Pennsylvania #4048 Limited Run (Other PRR RS-2 is Sold Out)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Powered -- Pennsylvania #4048 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. Limited Run Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- ATSF #2099 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- ATSF #2099 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- ATSF #2099 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- ATSF #2099 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- B&M #1502 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run
Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- B&M #1502 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- B&M #1503 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- B&M #1503 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- CP #8400 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
Proto N Diesel Alco RS-2 - Standard DC -- CP #8400 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Standard DC -- Southern #2117 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Standard DC -- Southern #2117 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Standard DC -- Southern #2121 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N(TM) Diesel Alco RS-2 Standard DC -- Southern #2121 * New Schemes & Numbers * Protoytypes in Service 149-1970s * DCC-Friendly Mechanism w/Clip-Fit Circuit Board * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * Dual Machined Brass Flywheels * Heavy Die Cast Split-Frame Chassis * Powerful Skew-Wound Motor * Accumate(R) Knuckle Couplers * Constant Intensity & Directional Headlights * RP-25 Wheels Operate on Code 55 & Larger Rail The RS-2 was Alco's first roadswitcher to incorporate its new 244-Series prime mover. The 1,500-horsepower units were designed for versatility - they were equally at home working road freights or switch runs. If equipped with a steam generator, they were adept at working commuter and secondary passenger runs. Production began in 1946 with just over 350 units constructed for U.S. and Canadian roads before the unit was succeeded by the 1,600-horsepower RS-3 in 1950 (although a few late RS-2s were rated at 1,600 horsepower). RS-2s have worked for Class I, shortline and industrial lines across the continent. The engines have been long lived, with one survivor still holding down daily freight duties in 2007. A few others still see service at museum and tourist lines. 28-Oct-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N Diesel EMD SW9/1200 - Standard DC -- Chicago, Burlingtno & Quincy #9273 20-Dec-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N Diesel EMD SW9/1200 - Standard DC -- Chicago, Burlingtno & Quincy #9273 * Limited Edition -- One Time Run of These Roadnumbers! * DCC-Friendly * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * 5-Pole Skew-Wound Motor * Die Cast Underframe for Pulling Power * RP-25 Metal Wheels Operate on Code 55 or Larger Rail * Micro-Trains(R) Couplers By 1954 railroads were buying diesels as fast as EMD could build them, and customer demand for more powerful units carried over into the switcher market as well. With the introduction of the new 567C prime mover that year, EMD rolled out its new 1200-horsepower SW9/1200 model which shared the same basic body (with minor variations) and power rating with its predecessor, the SW9 (which had a 567B prime mover). SW9/1200s were produced through 1966 when earlier GPs began taking over yard chores, but these later SW models lead long lives with many still serving shortline and industrial roads long after "retirement" by the original owners. 20-Dec-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N Diesel EMD SW9/1200 - Standard DC -- Chicago, Burlington & Quincy #9277 20-Dec-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N Diesel EMD SW9/1200 - Standard DC -- Chicago, Burlington & Quincy #9277 * Limited Edition -- One Time Run of These Roadnumbers! * DCC-Friendly * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * 5-Pole Skew-Wound Motor * Die Cast Underframe for Pulling Power * RP-25 Metal Wheels Operate on Code 55 or Larger Rail * Micro-Trains(R) Couplers By 1954 railroads were buying diesels as fast as EMD could build them, and customer demand for more powerful units carried over into the switcher market as well. With the introduction of the new 567C prime mover that year, EMD rolled out its new 1200-horsepower SW9/1200 model which shared the same basic body (with minor variations) and power rating with its predecessor, the SW9 (which had a 567B prime mover). SW9/1200s were produced through 1966 when earlier GPs began taking over yard chores, but these later SW models lead long lives with many still serving shortline and industrial roads long after "retirement" by the original owners. 20-Dec-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N Diesel EMD SW9/1200 - Standard DC -- Chicago & North Western(TM) #1207 20-Dec-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N Diesel EMD SW9/1200 - Standard DC -- Chicago & North Western(TM) #1207 * Limited Edition -- One Time Run of These Roadnumbers! * DCC-Friendly * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * 5-Pole Skew-Wound Motor * Die Cast Underframe for Pulling Power * RP-25 Metal Wheels Operate on Code 55 or Larger Rail * Micro-Trains(R) Couplers By 1954 railroads were buying diesels as fast as EMD could build them, and customer demand for more powerful units carried over into the switcher market as well. With the introduction of the new 567C prime mover that year, EMD rolled out its new 1200-horsepower SW9/1200 model which shared the same basic body (with minor variations) and power rating with its predecessor, the SW9 (which had a 567B prime mover). SW9/1200s were produced through 1966 when earlier GPs began taking over yard chores, but these later SW models lead long lives with many still serving shortline and industrial roads long after "retirement" by the original owners. 20-Dec-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) PROTO N Diesel EMD SW9/1200 - Standard DC -- New York Central #8964 20-Dec-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.)
PROTO N Diesel EMD SW9/1200 - Standard DC -- New York Central #8964 * Limited Edition -- One Time Run of These Roadnumbers! * DCC-Friendly * All-Wheel Drive & Electrical Pickup * 5-Pole Skew-Wound Motor * Die Cast Underframe for Pulling Power * RP-25 Metal Wheels Operate on Code 55 or Larger Rail * Micro-Trains(R) Couplers By 1954 railroads were buying diesels as fast as EMD could build them, and customer demand for more powerful units carried over into the switcher market as well. With the introduction of the new 567C prime mover that year, EMD rolled out its new 1200-horsepower SW9/1200 model which shared the same basic body (with minor variations) and power rating with its predecessor, the SW9 (which had a 567B prime mover). SW9/1200s were produced through 1966 when earlier GPs began taking over yard chores, but these later SW models lead long lives with many still serving shortline and industrial roads long after "retirement" by the original owners. 20-Dec-2011 Limited Run (Adv. Res.) |
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