O Gauge Union Pacific

Like Ahab chasing the White Whale I've searched for this model for years only to catch glimpses or discovering that I just missed it for sale. 

I've got it!  In my hands...its mine.  Now I just have to wait......

OMI 0107 Heavy Pacific UP #3218-3225.








I can not describe how excited I am.  the Pacific is pristine. Its a brand new model, untouched. I did a quick inspection but I don't want to take it out if the original packing. I'll keep it this way to ship for painting when I get my  GGD Harrimans.

I am totally stoked that according to the manufacturer letter there's a Boxpok driver set included for late-life appearance. It will be installed.

I'm going to use a GGD Harriman coach for paint match, to TTG w/white-silver. Also add lights and sound. Based on research most likely OWR&N #3219 or #3222 UP Train No. 39 The Kansan.

Naturally if 3rd rail comes out with a matching Pacific or Mountain first I may just have to buy the newer Locomotive.

Here are some representative pictures for your imagination....

This:



Painted like this but #3219 or #3222.



To match these:



On a new 2 rail loop.  This will be my "Prestige" consist!
(Well hopefully by sometime next year)

Sorry I'll have to edit this post later. Posting photos from a smart phone is exceedingly frustrating.

3rd Rail Union Pacific 2-8-2 Mikado #2260

Beautiful Locomotive from 2000 release.

A little damage on the front. Looks bent up a bit. Most likely the perils of shipping.  I'll have to straighten it carefully.

3rd Rail UP 2-8-2.  Update:

I'm a little bit happier with the pilot today....

It's so cool to see you guys come to the Jedi side of the Force.

You are contagious!

Aaron,

Sweet silk! you've been building quite a collection!

A Merry Christmas O Gauge Union Pacific......Lionel 6-11200 Lionmaster Challenger is perfect for under the tree!

Lionel 6-27633

Union Pacific CA-3 Caboose

It's been a while since I've pulled out the CA-3. Lionel really did a nice job with this model. On/off smoke and light switches, great detail, and it's beautiful. 

My only gripe is the "Made by Lionel" on each side, but think I can live with it since you'll notice a center rail and lobster claws long before you can really see it.

If the CA-4's are just as nice then either model is a must have for any Big Boy owner.

Welcome to everything UP Stewart!

Lots of Union Pacific this year at the B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore, MD during the National Capital Trackers show, December 26-31, 2015.

BANDOB posted:

Lots of Union Pacific this year at the B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore, MD during the National Capital Trackers show, December 26-31, 2015.

I would have imagined that UP fans are a little thin among East Coasters!

It's a New Year,

I thought I would give a little update on some of the research and choices I've made on my little project....My version of UP Train No. 39 "The Kansan" 

Most photo evidence I can find is of the Westboundroute. (No. 39 Westbound Kansas City to Salina. No. 40 Eastbound Salina to Kansas City.) 

Ogaugerr Forum has been a huge help. Plus I've reviewed many other sources including websites, library photo files, magazines, books like the great UPHS offered Prototype Locomotive Photos series, even found post cards that were helpful.

I've decided for my newly acquired OMI/AJIN Pacific, that after narrowing it down between #3219 and #3222, I'm going to go with painting it as #3222.

While I like the look of the BoxPok center drivers on #3219. It spent most of it's time in Oregon/Idaho.

#3222 Spent most of 1949 to 1954 in Kansas until it's removal from service. Two tone Grey photo research has it's spoked wheels as late as 1953.

The BoxPok wheel set apparently were not installed on #3222 until at least 1954 after repainting back to Black Livery. (Charles Winter photo)

Many photos have it with number boards for No. 39 (The Kansan). 

This makes for a nice documented consist according to Utahrails.com:

http://utahrails.net/pass/cons...950.php#num39-kansan

Train No. 39, Kansan
Mail Baggage Express    Kansas City to Salina
Storage Mail                    Kansas City to Salina
Snack Car                         Kansas City to Salina
Coach                               Kansas City to Salina
Coach                               Kansas City to Salina
Coach                              Kansas City to Salina
Storage Mail                   Kansas City to Topeka.
                                        (returns dead head on 370-70)

I'll be taking some liberties since I've ordered the 6 car set plus two additional coaches.

So my "No.39 Kansan" will be running:

Mail
Baggage
Snack/Lunch
Coach
Coach
Coach
Coach
Business Obs

The site also lists a roster for the Harriman arch roof heavyweights:

http://utahrails.net/pass/harriman-numbers.php

(I know many of you are already familiar with the site, I just like to document my sources)

Now I haven't emailed Scott and I have no idea what he's considering for Harriman car numbers but I'm curious what he's researched vs. this list.  While #3222 was OWR&N, I have no Idea what numbered cars were actually on the real Kansan in 1948-1953 UP, OWR&N, or otherwise.  Still researching this.....

I figured if they're at least accurately numbered to the car type I will live with the "idea" that they were "shared".  This way they'll also work when I model them for other parts of the UP system. That is if I ever get my hands on a proper 4-8-2 which I would plan to number for an Oil Burning Union Pacific #7021, #7023, #7024, or #7865 to #7869, ( the likely winners UP#7023  or maybe LA&SL #7860 since I have a photo of that particular 4-8-2 with number boards for The Kansan Train No. 39 as well.).

I'll be spending a small fortune on this model, but I'm aiming for the UP No.39 Kansan. 1948-1953 time frame.

I'm pretty sure I've decided on the Painter/Installer. I'll have them install the newest LokSound DCC and lights. Paint will be TTG w/White Silver striping #3222 with " 39  " on the number boards. I'm shipping it with one of the GGD cars once they're available in order to get a perfect paint match for the consist.  I'm also sending all my research and photos, along with copious notes, and instructions for what I expect. 

Which means this project is pretty much shelved until we hear more from Scott Mann on the GGD cars. 

Who knows. Maybe he's secretly manufacturing a proper 4-8-2....we can dream anyway...

Until then I'll continue searching for models and researching for accuracy.

If you're reading this why aren't you posting some photos of your UP?  There's got to be some beautiful stuff out there we haven't seen on this thread yet.....Shays?....Modern Diesels?....MOW?....2R/3R?  Let's see them! 

There are some serious UP modelers on the West coast.........

Aaron,

Thanks for the reminder.  I have a new pilot sitting here waiting to be mailed to you.  I'll try to get it in the mail later this week.

Jay

86TA355SR posted:

Tomorrow is Wednesday...I'm impatiently waiting until the end of the week!

....something wicked this way comes......

Something special. Better pics to come........

USH 2-Rail Union Pacific TTT......

TTT vs. Mikado:

I think I see a family resemblance.........

A, 

I love this one!  (Just great, Thanks a lot.  Now I'm going to have to start looking for one of these too.)

Awesome. It would look great behind any of your Pre-1940 freight.  The UP began painting all their locomotives from Red to Yellow in the bottom half of 1947.  I'm still partial to the red ones. If you can't find a place for it I'm certain I can help you out with it. 

Great to see the progress on your 3-rail FEF-1 project.  More pics!

Aaron,

Glad to see you back on the FEF. Looking forward to new results.

Ron H

WITZ 41 posted:

Something special. Better pics to come........

USH 2-Rail Union Pacific TTT......

Witz;

Beautiful steamer - I'm envious!!!! Just out of curiosity, does it run on electricity or the 12YO Redbreast????

Paul,

Until I get the new layout built they all run on whiskey or bourbon. Lately, my bar rails are the only ones getting used!