Division Point has provided an updated list for the next run of Alco RS Diesels project. There are some adjustments, additions and model number changes. They are moving quickly to production, so please review the listings and let us know of there is anything which you would like to get on reserve.
Union Terminal has sent out an announcement list for the SP DH643 Diesel - Hydraulics project. The models planned will cover several timeframes, from original delivery through initial modification to final renumbering. Also included will be a special 3 unit set with a bonus NYC research car.
Glacier Park Models has finalized and announced a project listing for T-1 4-4-4-4 steam engines, one of the very unique steam projects put in action by Pennsylvania RR. There are 6 different models to be produced, each providing a variation on the changes these engines exhibited over their short working lives. Engines will come from the factory with Tsunami II DCC and sound installed. Current delivery schedule is end of the year. Check the descriptions and photos and let us know which you would like to add to your collection or layout!
Division Point has just announced that they will be picking up 3 of the projects from the Precision Scale catalog (we will help you with updated reservations once we have the new model specifications.) From DP:
The Seaboard Airline P-1 streamlined Pacific, the Frisco 4-8-2 Mountain, and the RF&P Berkshire (which will now include the Pierre Marquette, and either the early C&O or the C&NW Berks). I had announced these Berks many years ago and never got the reservations to build them back when we had to do 200 models of each! I am the “Berkshire King” as it were, for doing 6 or so various Berks for various roads in the past. These 3 were never in the pile because they are slightly smaller than the NKP or NYC models. I have to get into my research again, but I don’t believe any of them have been done before.
The SAL P-1 was used to haul the “Orange Blossom Special” between the Left and Right coast of FL after the “E’s” were cut off. They had 2 engines streamlined for this service, and we’ll do both.
Don’t know too much about the Frisco engines, except that he had listed 7 versions…we’ll do 2 or maybe 3 including the semi streamlined version.
Our friends at Precision Scale are closing out their business activities. They have recently sold their operation, along with their parts inventory. As a result, all outstanding future project listings have been canceled. There is a possibility that a couple projects may be picked up by another importer. We will hold reservations for some items and will follow up with those of you who may still have an opportunity to obtain a desired model.
We wish Mark and Beth well. They have built a strong track record of producing fine scale models for our enjoyment and have earned some time for themselves.
Division Point has finalized the Baldwin Center Cab project. Their have been some adjustments so check out the listings to see if an engine you need it being produced. The overall build will see about 175 models produced in total.
NOTE: See 4/10/2018 entry
With the extensive list of hoped for projects, it can be difficult to know where to focus your attention. When numbers get close, it helps to take a look and get a reservation placed for the model version you would like. Precision Scale has 3 projects getting close to release:
Follow the links for specific model options and let us know which you would like to reserve.
North Bank lines has release flyers for the following 2 projects:
Follow the links for specific model options and let us know which you would like to reserve.
Union Terminal Imports has provided a list of the DODX cabooses they are planning to produce. The project will also have a special collection model available which will have all 6 cabooses in a single presentation package.
We have previously reported that North Bank Lines was canceling all of their outstanding projects. After some back and forth, there is some clarification. NBL is going to re-issue project announcements to tighten the focus of project work. We will follow up when the new listings are provided, but you can expect the following (per NBL):
...new flyers for the SP P-12 project and the SP TW-2, -3 and -6 projects but the number of locomotives will decrease. As for the SP AM-2 class, that is a project I have been planning for some time but have not yet announced. The same is true for the GE 70-tonner project. New flyers for all of these project will eventually be forthcoming. However, the next flyer I plan to send will announce the NP, SP&S and BN high and low cupola steel caboose. I want to use this project to see how well Boo Rim Precision has got a grip on their production scheduling.
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