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Uncataloged Rail King O Gauge SW-8/9 Diesel Locomotives AnnouncedAugust 6, 2021 - M.T.H. Electric Trains has announced two exclusive RailKing SW-8 and SW-9 Diesel Locomotives for M.T.H. Authorized Retailer Dixie Union Station. Each roadname is available in two cab numbers in very limited quantities on a first-come, first-served basis, the locomotive is anticipated to ship in October 2021
Item No. 30-20912-1 Louisville & Nashville SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine w/Proto-Sound 3.0 Item No. 30-20913-1 Louisville & Nashville SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine w/Proto-Sound 3.0
Item No. 30-20914-1 Cleveland Union Terminal SW-8 Switcher Diesel Engine w/Proto-Sound 3.0 Item No. 30-20915-1 Cleveland Union Terminal SW-8 Switcher Diesel Engine w/Proto-Sound 3.0 EMD's 800-hp SW-8s and 1,200-hp SW-9s both debuted in 1950, marking the next stage in the evolution of one of railroading's longest-lived diesel families. The first SW-class engine, the 600-hp SW1, appeared in 1939, and the SW units remained in the EMD catalog until the 1,000-hp SW-1000 was finally retired in 1986. With the "SW" in the name denoting that the engine was built for switching duties, it never needed the high horsepower ratings of road diesels. They could be paired with cab-less "calf" units in the classic cow and calf configuration if a particular job needed more power. These boxy little workhorses are available with the exciting Proto-Sound 3.0 system for unprecedented value and fun. As switch locomotives, the SWs are perfect for yard duty thanks to their incredible slow-speed performance - performance governed by M.T.H.'s industry-leading Proto-Speed speed control system. No other switchers can creep so slow or uncouple cars from front or rear without additional equipment. If you've got a transformer with a whistle and bell button, you've got the best switcher you can buy today. EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE THRU: Dixie Union Station |
M.T.H. Electric Trains will be releasing several limited-edition releases of the Premier 40’ USRA Single Sheathed Boxcar in four different, unique liveries. The cars will be available in two different car numbers and will begin arriving on M.T.H. Authorized Retailer shelves in December 2021. Check out each of these offerings HERE. These items are available to order from your local M.T.H. Authorized Retailer.
M.T.H. Electric Trains will be releasing several limited-edition releases of the RailKing AS-616 Diesel Locomotives in a total of four different liveries later this Fall. These unique releases are expected to arrive in December 2021. Check out each of these offerings HERE. These items are available to order from your local M.T.H. Authorized Retailer. | ||||||
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