News: Locomotives
This report lists locomotives that are available or in the works. This page may also contain detailing parts and other items applicable to locomotives. Click photos to visit the web sites.
Possible Industrial Switchers by Smoky Mountain Model Works
Jim King is upgrading his 3D-printers to the latest high-resolution models, which have larger print areas, and the resins have also been re-formulated and improved for better durability in small cross sections, e.g. ladders and grab irons. He is therefore now willing to consider doing another run of the GE 44- and 70-ton models he has produced in the past. These would be complete kits, but the modeler must buy their own Stanton drives from NWSL. The photos shown are from the original run. The models come undecorated and are kits.
Start an e-mail message (jimking3@charter.net).
Alco RS-2/3 Diesel Locomotive Kits by Railmaster Exports
John Agnew, owner of Railmaster Exports, announced that he has commissioned his caster to produce an extra limited-run set of kits for the Alco RS-2/3 model that the company has produced in the past. These are pewter metal kits that the modeler must put together, and then paint and decorate. The future of Railmaster Exports is unknown, so if you have been eyeing one of these kits, now is the time to get one.
Start an e-mail message (John@railmaster.co.nz).
All-weather Cab Windows
Ben Trousdale has designed and makes available these 3D-printed all-weather cab windows for EMD GP and switcher locomotives. Details include the look of the sliding sash. Ben is selling these for $2.50 each, plus packaging and shipping. Contact him via e-mail to make arrangements.
Start an e-mail message (pickycat95@yahoo.com).
Diesels Back in Stock by American Models
American Models announces that they have a number of diesel locomotives back in stock, some of which are new paint schemes.
Be sure to see all, or other, products announced over the past year via the main News page.