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MTH Has just announced a  Uncataloged 2-8-0 H-9 Consolidation Steam Engine w/Proto-Sound 3.0 (Hi-Rail Wheels) - Western Maryland (Scenic). This is the engine from The Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. These Engines will be limited and will sell fast. Please order early for this Special Pricing. These engines will come in 3-rail and 2-rail. OGR Forum Members can reserve these engines with no deposit down. These Engines will be Due in Dec. 2014

 M.T.H. Electric Trains has added a third version of the 2014 Volume 2 Premier Line Western Maryland H9 2-8-0 Consolidation steam locomotive to our upcoming production run. Sporting the current deco scheme found on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad's H9 currently running excursion runs between Cumberland and Frostburg, Maryland, this uncataloged addition will be offered in both hi-rail and scale wheel versions and can be ordered through PATRICK'S TRAINS.

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2-8-0 H-9 Consolidation Steam Engine w/Proto-Sound 3.0 (Hi-Rail Wheels)
Product Line: Premier
 
Shipping Date: DEC. 2014
2-8-0 H-9 Consolidation Steam Engine w/Proto-Sound 3.0 (Hi-Rail Wheels) - Western Maryland (Scenic)

Cab No. 734

Product Number: 20-3562-1
M.S.R.P. $ 899.95 OUR PRE-ORDER PRICE IS $799.99
The Western Maryland's forte was moving heavy freight trains briskly through challenging territory. Railfans called it the Wild Mary and the road called itself the Fast Freight Line; both nicknames were appropriate. Using some of the nation's most modern steam power, the WM wrestled coal out of the Appalachian Mountains to its own tidewater terminal on the Chesapeake Bay. It also offered shippers the shortest route from the Great Lakes to the Atlantic seaboard. The road was known for keeping its motive power well maintained and freshly painted.

To help move coal out of the West Virginia and Maryland mountains, the Wild Mary bought the H-9 class of heavy consolidations from Baldwin in 1921. Born in the late 1800's, the 2-8-0 Consolidation wheel arrangement ultimately became one of the most popular freight engines of the steam era, reaching its peak use about the time the H-9s were constructed.

Built just before the dawning of "super-power" steam that combined power and speed, the H-9s were designed for brute strength. Weighing in at over 150 tons, they developed 71,500 pounds of tractive effort, more than enough power to pull a 100-car, 7,800-ton train. The Western Maryland ultimately obtained 50 of these coal-hauling powerhouses, and several served until the end of steam in 1954.

The 2014 edition of this muscular steamer sports the distinctive "fireball" logo of the Western Maryland. Freight enthusiasts can also choose from four other roadnames. As with all 2014 Premier Line steam locomotives, the H-9 comes equipped with the awesome sounds and features of Proto-Sound 3.0 and the versatility of Proto-Scale 3-2.

Features
  • Die-Cast Boiler and Chassis
  • Die-Cast Tender Body
  • Authentic Paint Scheme
  • Real Tender Coal Load
  • Die-Cast Locomotive Trucks
  • Engineer and Fireman Figures
  • Metal Handrails and Decorative Bell
  • Decorative Metal Whistle
  • Metal Wheels and Axles
  • Remote Controlled Proto-Coupler
  • Kadee Coupler Mounting Pads
  • Prototypical Rule 17 Lighting
  • Constant Voltage Headlight
  • Operating Firebox Glow
  • Operating Marker Lights
  • Operating Numberboard Lights
  • Lighted Cab Interior
  • Operating Tender Back-up Light
  • Synchronized Puffing ProtoSmoke System
  • Locomotive Speed Control In Scale MPH Increments
  • Wireless Drawbar
  • 1:48 Scale Proportions
  • Onboard DCC Receiver
  • Proto-Scale 3-2 3-Rail/2-Rail Conversion Capable
  • Precision Flywheel Equipped Motor
  • With The Digital Command System Featuring:- Freight Yard Proto-Effects
  • Unit Measures:19 1/4” x 3 3/4” x 3 3/4”
  • Operates On O-42 Curves
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    $799.99
    2-8-0 H-9 Consolidation Steam Engine w/Proto-Sound 3.0 (Scale Wheels) - Western Maryland (Scenic)
    Stock Number:
    22-3562-2
    Gauge:
    O/O-27 Gauge
    Manufacturer:
    MTH Premier
    Product Type:
    Locomotives
    Availability:
    Pre-order
     


    $799.99
    2-8-0 H-9 Consolidation Steam Engine w/Proto-Sound 3.0 (Hi-Rail Wheels) - Western Maryland (Scenic)
    Stock Number:
    20-3562-1
    Gauge:
    O/O-27 Gauge
    Manufacturer:
    MTH Premier
    Product Type:
    Locomotives
    Availability:
    Pre-order

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I really appreciate MTH's response to the request for the cab # 734 on their Facebook page.  I was one who posted a pic so they'd get it as close as possible.  The production model will actually have the black cab roof like the prototype (unlike the early pics in this topic).  I've never pre-ordered before but I placed my deposit for one at Leesburg Hobbies last weekend.  While I'm waiting for it to ship I'll build the Frostburg station extension on my layout.

 

Harper-Frostburg

 

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Last edited by Obsidian
Just ordered mine from Pat's trains...
Great service. This ones personal as my lovely wife and my self rode in the cab round trip. The engineer more than likely remembers me as the guy that climbed back on at Frostburg  using the tender sight glass as a grab handle, it broke and I turned green. My wife will never let me forget that.  I was able to to keep the souvenir  though. Thanks again Pat!!!!!
You are more than welcome, it was a pleasure talking with you.
Thanks
Pat
Originally Posted by raildog:
Just ordered mine from Pat's trains...
Great service. This ones personal as my lovely wife and my self rode in the cab round trip. The engineer more than likely remembers me as the guy that climbed back on at Frostburg  using the tender sight glass as a grab handle, it broke and I turned green. My wife will never let me forget that.  I was able to to keep the souvenir  though. Thanks again Pat!!!!!

 

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