Bachmann Spectrum 2008 releases, Shay and 4-6-0

[sparkyjay31]

Does anyone know when in May these are supposed to "hit the street"?  I found on several different websites that they are due in 2008.  These are sound and dcc equipped with the Soundtraxx Tsunami decoders.  A 4-4-0 with the same Tsunami is also due to be out this year.  My LHS does not know either...

[Flashwave]

If they dunno, It hasn't been settled. Try the Walther's site.

http://walthers.com/exec/search?quick=Shay&start=30

[richg1998]

The site I have looked at say Spring 2008. The stuff is made in China. Maybe the locos are in a container in Los Angeles Port.

Don't forget, the to be released HO Spectrums will not have all the decoder features that come with a stock Tsunami or Micro-Tsunami decoder. but they are acceptable. The sound is very good and very good speed control. I have installed the Micro-Tsunami in my HO steamers including the Richmond 4-4-0.

And search the 'Net before buying any of the new Spectrums. The 4-6-0, 4-4-0, Shay with sound $400 retail. Micro Mark $208. Your mileage may vary.

Rich