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PCM Union Pacific TTT 6/7 2-10-2
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<p>[quote user="KemacPrr"]I've been waiting for the PCM PRR I-1 for about 2 years now. I asked them at the Springfield Mass. show when it would be produced. They told me as soon as we get another 500 units ordered we will put it in production. They then have their what seems to be annual blow out sale at 50-60% off which undercuts their existing dealer network. It also gives potential comsumers the feeling that why should I preorder the item when it will be available later at 50-60% off. They can't have it both ways. I can't believe they'll sell as many NH I-5's or UP 2-10-2's as they would PRR I-1's. For the life of me I can't figure out their busines plan if they have one !!!! --------------- Ken McCorry[/quote]</p><p>Make that about 498 units left because I have also waited to learn more about this engine.</p><p>Ive heard about the short range tender and the possibility of the long range tender as well. All we have on the PCM site with this particular model is a drawing. NOTHING more.</p><p>Until I learn more and see actual pre-production photos and other supporting material on this and several other engines, I will not be putting in pre-orders. It's that simple.</p><p>Both of my Hobbyshops and several others Ive heard about has loudly and KLEERLY said that they will NOT be carrying BLI or PCM products unless a customer special orders it which is not likely to happen. Exisiting orders will be completed whenever they get here.</p><p>Those orders have been waited on 1-2 years or so as well. Ive tired of waiting and moved forward with non-engine hobby stuff.</p><p>Regarding the Triple T, I think that they will sell a certain amount.</p><p>Bottom line. There is just too much blow out, special orders, pre-orders and possibility of CANCELING a production run because NOT ENOUGH Orders.</p><p>Unacceptable. Bullshite. Infantile and Un-necessarily damaging to the Hobby as far as people who have waited a long time for a variety of products.</p><p>Ive always said that there will come a time where this limited run business model will fail, and fail in a big way.</p><p>This is the year it;s going to fail. The FDT is the straw that breaks the camel.</p><p>I'll tell you a secret. Athearn, Atlas and Intermountain has been "On-Time" with announced delivery dates within 30 days with actual product either early or on time. They are getting alot of my Spring and Summer orders. But not engine orders.</p><p>Me thinks the glitter of all that brass illuminating the drafting room of the Broadway Limited is blinding the staff as to be able to see what is happening.</p>
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