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volume three, number three a supplement to walthers ho, n&z and big trains reference books Bachmann Unveils New E-Z Command® System Digital Command Control (DCC) is features one-button, main track opening new frontiers for model programming and plug-in wiring to railroaders, providing more realistic make getting started quick and easy. operations on any layout. For many And, it’s compatible with all DC and modelers however, choosing a starter DCC systems. system can be the most difficult part of The basic starter set (#160-44902) getting started. includes a Control Center, Wall Answering the need for a system that’s Transformer and Plug-In Wire. easy to use, affordable and incorporates Modelers who are just getting started the latest technology, Bachmann has can choose three complete sets (#160- teamed with Lenz to produce the new 44904 - ATSF, #160-44905 – Chessie EZ-Command System for HO scale. or #160-44906 - NS) that include a decoder-equipped GP40 diesel. Designed for modelers of any skill level, the system provides 128-step speed control for smooth A new series of decoder-equipped, ready-to-run FT-A and B performance, with independent control of lighting and direction unit diesels will also be available separately to expand for multiple locos. Unlike some starter systems, EZ-Command operations. Nuremberg Toy Fair Showcases Exciting New Models Highlights for HO modelers this year include new American GMC “Fishbowl” city buses from Busch. These models are typical of those used in most major American cities and will be offered in two colors, and decorated for a Los Angeles city bus. Peco will expand its line of North American items with a new series of Code 83 track products. The turnouts will match NMRA number standards and feature correct details for American railroads. Preiser will unveil a line of single figures in HO Scale. Kibri has a number of exciting new models in the works, including a modular bridge system kit in HO Scale. And Faller expands its popular series of powered carnival kits with an all-new motorcycle stunt show. Watch for more information on these and other exciting new products at walthers.com. Faller expands its exciting line of powered HO Scale carnival kits with this new motorcycle thrill show Modelers around the world anxiously await news from the annual Nuremberg Toy Fair. Marking its 55th anniversary in 2004, this premiere toy and hobby show is a showcase for new items from European model railroad manufacturers (as well as many American firms). Here’s a first look at the new GMC TDH-5301 “Fishbowl” City Bus in HO Scale from Busch new arrivals at walthers STEAM 4-6-4 HUDSON POWERED EA 149.98 - HO SCALE International Hobby Corp.’s latest, smooth- running steam locomotives feature accurate paint schemes, operating headlight, scale dimensions, horn-hook coupler and excellent detail. 348-23001 B&O #5047 348-23005 C&O #301 348-23009 Delaware, Lackawanna & Western (Lackawanna) #1151 348-23011 Maine Central #702 348-23014 NKP 348-23017 Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo 348-23019 PRR #2003 (Rectangular Tender) 348-23021 GN #2003 (Vanderbilt Tender) EAGLE RIVER MINE - N SCALE This Master Craftsman Series kit from The N Scale Architect includes laser-cut parts and easy-to-follow instructions. Features window and door castings from Grandt Line, custom-designed detail parts from P.D. Marsh, and fine-scale corrugated- aluminum siding from Builders In Scale. 716-10902 Eagle River Mine 72.95 PROTO 2000 10,000-GALLON TANK CAR - ASSEMBLED EA 30.00 - HO SCALE Life-Like’s newest freight cars feature PROTO 2000 magnetic couplers, free- rolling wheelsets, scale-size handrails and grab irons, raised lettering on metal wheels, micro-molded details and laser-quality painting and printing. 433-30930 MPCX Magnolia #738 (white w/black lettering) 433-30932 MPLX American Gas #1532 (silver & black billboard) 433-30933 MPLX American Gas #1604 (silver & black billboard) STEAM USRA HEAVY 2-8-2 POWERED W/SOUND & DCC LIMITED-RUN EA 230.00 - HO SCALE This Broadway Limited series of models closely follows the original design, but includes some unique features to match the owners’ preferences such as headlight type and road or footboard pilots. Engines DISCO “CASABLANCA” - HO SCALE will operate on 18" radius curves. Vollmer’s latest structure is guaranteed to be the hot spot for your HO Scale 187-209 GN O-3 #3200 populace. Finished model measures 8 x 5-5/8 x 3-5/8" 20 x 14 x 9cm. 187-210 GN O-3 #3205 770-3656 Disco “Casablanca” 49.99 187-226 Atlanta & West Point Railroad #430 187-230 C&O #1178 187-231 C&O #1204 187-232 Cincinnati, New Orleans & Texas Pacific #6326 187-234 MP #1115 187-235 MP #1111 187-236 MON #572 187-237 MON #578 187-238 SOU #4879 187-239 SOU #4900 187-240 “Frisco” #4212 187-241 “Frisco” #4215 187-244 Western Railway of Alabama #380 2 ©2004 Wm. K. Walthers, Inc. All prices are listed in U.S. dollars. Prices subject to change without notice. All items offered are subject to availability at the time of shipment. We reserve the right to correct errors, change prices, and modify designs without notice and without obligations to previous purchasers. All rights reserved. STEAM 4-6-2 USRA PACIFIC W/VANDERBILT TENDER - POWERED EA 149.98 - N SCALE Model Power’s highly detailed, all-metal engines feature a detailed metal boiler, gear-driven wheels, all-wheel pick-up on the locomotive and tender, working headlight and flywheel drive with a skewed-armature can motor. Each unit is also DCC compatible for further modeling excitement. 490-7471 B&O 490-7470 Undecorated 42' FISHBELLY SIDE SILL FLAT CAR W/MICRO-TRAINS® TRUCKS & COUPLERS - N SCALE These Red Caboose kits depict a basic USRA design with modifications to the frame increasing the original loaded weight. The models are weighted and come with Bettendorf friction-bearing trucks. 2-Packs EA 24.95 GSC 41-HR PASSENGER TRUCKS W/36" 629-26018 DRGW (black) METAL WHEELS EA 10.98 - HO SCALE 629-26024 PRR (Freight Car Red) A great way from Walthers to upgrade cars. 629-26032 GN (Freight Car Red) Assembled trucks feature diecast metal 629-26034 CP (black) sideframes and 36" blackened RP-25 wheels. 629-26036 NP (black) 933-1067 Black 1 Pair 933-1068 Silver 1 Pair 6-Packs EA 74.85 629-26007 C&O (black) 629-26015 NH (black) 629-26017 CB&Q (Freight Car Red) 629-26019 DRGW (black) 629-26023 ATSF 629-26025 PRR (Freight Car Red) 629-26027 CN 629-26029 NYC 629-26033 GN (Freight Car Red) 629-26035 CP (black) 629-26037 NP (black) BOOTY CORNER (IGA CORNER GROCERY STORE) - MOTORIZED TRACK CLEANING CAR - 50' HIGH HO SCALE CUBE BOX CAR (ASSEMBLED) EA 109.98 - Bar Mills’ “IGA” store, a laser-cut wood kit, features pre- HO SCALE printed storefront windows and “Buster’s Barber Shop” Keeping your track clean has never been easier with a little newsstand attached. Also included are than with MNP track cleaning cars. These fully numerous detail parts such as fire escapes, awnings, assembled cars feature Walthers car bodies; high- fruit crates and more. For even more realism, the torque electric geared motors; pressure-sensitive, second-story windows can be adjusted to be modeled easily adjustable cleaning discs; and easy peel-and- opened or closed. stick cleaning pads. 171-982 Booty Corner (IGA Corner Grocery Store) 517-7101 BN 119.95 517-7102 CSX LOGGING RAILROADS IN THE KLAMATH COUNTRY Oso Publishing brings you great photos and lots of information about the logging railroads that run through Southern Oregon’s Klamath area, STEAM POWERED 2-6-0 “MOGUL” W/TENDER - ASSEMBLED EA 189.98 - N SCALE including Medco, Algoma, Pelican Bay and more. This fully assembled N Scale loco from Roundhouse is the perfect power for old-time mainlines, branchlines or 336 pages. switching chores. Features include a highly detailed body, new-style cab with operating vent, working headlight, 537-1931064113 Logging Railroads in the metal handrails, five-pole skew-wound motor with flywheel, electrical pick-up in tender and engine wheels, Klamath Country 49.95 powered rear drivers, and much more. 480-8057 Central Pacific 1st Number 480-8058 Central Pacific 2nd Number 480-8059 SP 1st Number 480-8060 SP 2nd Number 480-8061 C&O 1st Number 480-8062 C&O 2nd Number 480-8050 Undecorated 3 new arrivals at walthers STEAM C-16 BALDWIN 2-8-0 POWERED W/SOUND - ASSEMBLED EA 269.99 - On30 GAUGE The Broadway Limited locomotives include factory-installed sound system with dual speakers; powerful five-pole can motor with flywheel; diecast locomotive and tender chassis; detailed tender underbody; plated bell and whistle; and many prototypical added-on details. Models also feature prototypical cab interior; operating headlight; authentic paint scheme and correct locomotive numbers; and magnetic knuckle coupler on tender. Can operate on Code 70, 83 and 100 rail and on minimum 18" radius curves. 187-903 DRGW #268 (yellow “Bumble Bee” Scheme) 187-903 187-904 Rio Grande Southern 187-905 PRR 187-906 Nevada County Narrow Gauge 187-907 MILW Vista Dome Shown ALASKA RAILROAD STREAMLINED CARS - HO SCALE ® Ushering a new age in travel by train, these deluxe streamliners from SPECTRUM EMD SD45 DIESEL POWERED EA 90.00 - N SCALE Rivarossi were the pride of the roads who ran them. All models come fully These DCC-ready diesel locomotives from Bachmann feature a diecast frame, a five- assembled, with RP-25 metal wheels, full interiors, and superb paint and pole skew-wound motor, machined brass flywheels and finescale detail parts.