Its a Readers Digest promo... what is the engine type (GP35, GE45, etc...)? And is it metal or plastic? I'm thinking of getting a powered loco of the same type or close to it along with some of the dummies for my cargo line (the SD60's I got are just too long - I need something shorter). And if anyone has a suggestion - please comment Oh, and can it be run on code 55? [ 28. September 2003, 06:41: Message edited by: nscale_lover ]
I've seen those around. They're plastic non- powered. [ 28. September 2003, 04:12: Message edited by: espee2 ]
So what's the engine type....??? SD40? GP38? U25B? And can I use it on my c55? [ 28. September 2003, 04:40: Message edited by: nscale_lover ]
My Grandparents gave me that same loco as a little gift, a while back. Looks to me like a Gp35. Thats my thoughts. [ 28. September 2003, 06:29: Message edited by: nskid5875 ]
Don't bother with it at all!!!!! Throw it in the TRASH CAN where it belongs!!! A complete waste of your time and money. Does NOT make a good dummy engine, doesn't even make a good paperweight. It looks like a GP-38 and it might work on code 55, but again, why waste your money!! Are you wanting to go the CHEAP route or are you wanting something that will run good and last? You say you are using code 55, so if you are using small size rail, go get a couple of KATO, ATLAS, certain BACHMANN, and certain LIFE- LIKE engines to use. Remember: YOU PAY FOR WHAT YOU GET. Check eBay you can get some real bargains there, especially if you don't have to have the newest engine on the market.
Yeah...ditto Trash can... Just a promo "collectible", made with no regards to N scale standards at all, I wouldn't mess with it, I believe even the couplers are dummies and the trucks don't turn too well... It's just an arbitrary geep, a gp35 or gp40, and my god look at the handrails! I'm looking for the same smaller Southern Pacific or Union Pacific road diesels for my up and coming layout. Lots and Lots of good deals on Ebay. I got an Atlas B23-7 for about 40 (and she looks and runs beautiful) and there are several other deals...I'm seeing lots of like Geeps (Kato and Atlas) and various other 4 axles going for 30-60 bucks. I wouldn't even bother buying a new Life Like Proto at those prices... By the way, if you're looking for the smaller road diesels and you dont know much about how they're designated, definitely look at the GPs or the General Electric locos with a "B" in the title. Like a B23-7 or a GP40-2 will have 4 axles, but a U30C or an SD40-2 will have 6 axles, and generally be a larger locomotive. Derek
I have the Hallmark Tree Ornament 'Lionel' collection, and to my surprise they are N scale. They would look ok if you had them sitting in a mock 'Museum' viewed from a distance to not notice the details... I suppose you could do the same with these items mentioned above
