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new Flyer style trains

B bertiejoaOGR Forum Member

while I cant help but be impressed with modern technology that results in new relatively affordable models that rival the craftsman built brass ones from the 60"s but which were expensive for their time, I would like to see someone start building a series of S scale locomotives in the style of Gilbert Flyer multi-cast steamers but with new designs. by Gilbert style I mean cast on detail, simple electronics like open frame motors and the synchronised chugger/smoke system Gilbert used and (no throwing rocks at me) whitewall tires. how about Cab Aheads both the large AC versions but also the smaller AM versions which could run on smaller layouts; 2-6-0's, 2-8-0's, etc.  bertiejoa

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RT Rusty TraqueOGR Forum Member

According to the rumor mill, the 2-8-4's for the Polar Express, C&O passenger and NKP freight sets will be simplified (but scale sized, unlike their O27 counterparts) conventional control locomotives.

 

I don't think you're ever going to see open frame motors used again.  Can motors are less expensive and less maintenance.

 

American Models has Flyer compatible steam locomotives with cast in or robust free standing detail, Gilbert-style puffing smoke (2 chuffs per revolution opposed to Gilbert's one per,) electronic reverse, optional electronic whistle and bell, no fancy command control electronics. These things are pretty bullet-proof.

 

The HiRail version of the Northern will make it around 20" radius Flyer curves...

 

Sorry, no white walls...

 

 

 

Rusty

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poniajponiajOGR Forum Member

In spite of what some guys think about my desire to have simple, retro style S trains, I too am impressed with the new "sparky stuff".  However, it's not for me either.  So bertiejoa, I'm with you on this one. But open frame motors are probably out of the question.  Price is the major stumbling block.  Can motors are cheaper, and more easily replaceable.  And whitewall tires are fine for them too, so no rocks from me.  If you want them, paint 'em on.  If you don't like them, paint 'em black.

 

Rusty, I too have heard the same rumors on the new 2-8-4's, and am saving my pennies and dimes so as to get all three sets, the Polar Express one for my grandson, of course.  (Hey, if you believe that, I have a bridge to sell you...).  The lack of the unwanted electronics makes them more affordable, and for me, that's a BIG plus.  BTW, I love the new heavyweight Flyonel passenger cars that will be in the C&O set.  But true retro would have been with repops of the Gilbert designs. 

 

And if rumors are correct, the Berk can be made more appealing to those who desire more detail and electronic wizardry, while at the same time can be available to those of us who want something more "retro" without being TOO traditional.  Choice is good. 

 

Jerry

Waiting to See the Catalog Price List in Wayne, MI

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