What new loco would you like to see?

[wgnrr]

Atlas HO scale GP39-2, Atlas HO scale C-628, Atlas HO scale RS-3m.

I'd go for an Atlas GP39-2 or RS-3m as well.

Nick

Yes! We want the RS3m, because they are nearly identical for a kitbash to the GBW RS20's.

Phil

[warhammerdriver]

Good quality small steam.  Nothing bigger than a 2-8-2.

[ghonz711]

Hmm...

Personally I would really like to see a model of the CNR U4-a (GTW U4-b) Confederations (Northern) done in plastic for HO scale.  All I've ever seen are really rare Brass models that are way over my budget.

I wouldn't mind seeing a model of CPR's 4-4-4 Jubilee Locomotives, once again HO and plastic. 

Ghonz

[Anonymous]

HO:

U25C

C636

SW1

C430

[FrankieJ]

I would like to see an HO scale GP39-2 phase 1 in plastic. This would be in D&H colors as that is one of the roads that I model.

[derailedtrainofthought]

I would like to see HO RTR or Genesis run of the SD40T-2, SD-45, GS-4 in both daylight and pre daylight schemes, RS32, C-628, C-630, C-415 B36-7, SD-7 and GP-9. Although my dream unit would be a SD45X. I like Athearn due to the fact that the detail and workability of the new line of locomotives are better then anything else that I have worked with.

[ArcadeAttica]

How 'bout a

GE 65-tonner in HO

and a Green Goat

a i think its a 45t center cab (one of those side rod engines) 

and other small indust switchers.  

PRR T1 4-4-4-4

Erie mother hubbard articulateds

N scale center cab switchers. and more N&W engines

 not too much to ask i dont think

 

[WSOR 3801]

P2K had factory painted Soo GP30s, with Alco trucks.  What is wrong with those?

CNW R-1 4-6-0.

CMStP&P G6 4-6-0

Soo had some similar 4-6-0s as well.  Layout size engines, with metal boilers so they can pull more than 3 cars.

DM&IR 2-8-8-4s.  Some club members would go for those.

Athearn is working on improving the SD40-2.

H10-44s, H12-44s, H16-66s, H16-44s, all in MILW.

MILW S3 4-8-4.  Weaver made them in O scale, along with Skytop observations. 

[ATSFCLIFF]

I wish Kato would release a N Scale SD70Ace in the UP heritage schemes.

Although I do not model steam I wouldn't mind a good running and reasonably priced Big Boy ( I cannot afford brass!)

Cheers, 

[aloco]

In N scale I would like to see a decent model of an Alco switcher, preferably all four variations (S-1, S-2, S-3, and S-4).   The Arnold S-2 is a hunk o' junk and has been out of production for many years.

In both N and HO scale I'd like to see a model of an FM H12-44 with the simplified non-Lowey carbody.   Minitrix did make one in N scale, but it's a hunk o' junk with thick waterpipe handrails.  The Walthers H10-44 has the Lowey carbody and would require a lot of modification, and it's been out of production for a few years now.

Life-Like could do a 1000 HP turbocharged hood casting and produce an S-2 and S-4 in HO scale.  While the Atlas versions are heavier and pull better, the body and cab detail is nicer on the Life-Like Alco switchers.

Life-Like could also offer Flexicoil truck sideframes and frame mounted handrails on their SW switchers in HO and N scale.

Atlas could offer different different carbody phases for their RS-3s in HO and N scale, including the Canadian version with rows of square filters along the side of the hood.

Atlas could also do a later version of the FM H16-44 in N scale and HO scale with the Trainmaster style carbody.  Sorry, but the Bachmann versions just don't cut it.

And finally, Athearn could do a GP9 for their ready to run line. They used RailPower shells for the GP35 and SD40, and I think the Front Range shell (if the dies still exist) would be ideal because it fits the old GP7 chassis.  The drive mechanism can be updated with newer Athearn components.

[Fortkentdad]

N Scale Trolley Bus, I'd like to see one from the 50's - 60's.  Perhaps a set (likely built on the same mechanism) a Brill, 1960 version and a modern era sleek one.  I know Kato did one in Japan.  I see something running on radius as small as 5". 

Of course it should come in HSR colours (Hamilton Street Railway),  I can dream improbable dreams. 

[ouengr]

There are several models that I have been after for several years such as the GP15, GP40-2, etc.  I have a new one that occured to me the other day.  I would like to have a hig quality SD60M in both two and three window varities.  I know that P2K made one several years ago but the fat truck spoils the entire model.  I am not that mechanically inclined to bash the trucks into something more acceptable. 

I did find it interesting how many steam locomotives were listed.  I honestly expected a more contemporary list.  

 

[mtrails]

A new release of SP SD9's, SD45's, and SD40T-2's... HO, Athearn, Kato, or Atlas.

[Texas Zepher]

NP 4-8-4 (the first anywhere)

You mean the Timken 1111?  Those are some pretty unique locomotives.   I think I would rather have an A-2 or A-3 class.

The Challengers, though, I am surprised they haven't been done.  Everyone seems to want a Big Boy even though the UP was the only railroad to own them just because of its size.  Why not the same fasination with the biggest Challengers? 

[bogp40]

Preferably, Atlas GP40-2 late phase in Chessie paint

               BLI or Heritage B&O EM1

[Heartland Division CB&Q]

Reading through this thread I see some neat ideas.  When can we order?

[mikebonellisr]

In HO....
Almost any NYC that either has'nt been done in either plastic OR brass.
Because of the price of brass,and the fact that my few brass engines don't run as well as my BLI or PCMs,I would love to get a F12, 4-6-0 and a reasonably priced Pacific.

[accord1959]

I know some company put out a U50 a while back in HO scale, I wouldn't mind having a couple of those butt ugly pullers on my layout. 

[CAZEPHYR]

I really, really would like to see done the UP Turbines in Plastic or maybe a so-called Hybrid. I can't afford the Brass OMI version but I think this would make a lot of modelers very happy and generate good sales.

I was really disappointed when Tower 55 cancelled their project.

 Many of us wanted the large GE 3 unit Turbine.   The Turbine reservations at Tower 55 was reported to be less than 750 or so and the project was cancelled.  The engineering cost would have been over $600.00 add on the model price using a small amount of 750.    This is one of the reasons Brass is so expensive.

 

 

[ARTHILL]

DM&IR Yellowstone with sound

[Daniel1975]

I really, really would like to see done the UP Turbines in Plastic or maybe a so-called Hybrid. I can't afford the Brass OMI version but I think this would make a lot of modelers very happy and generate good sales.

I was really disappointed when Tower 55 cancelled their project.

 

Also I'd like to see an affordable EMD E2 & E5 

[Anonymous]

All for HO

-Steam

DM&IR 2-8-8-4

C&NW R-1 4-6-0

-Diesel

GP15-1. Atlas, PLEASE do a GP15 in HO!

More SD40-2's from Kato would be good too, non ditch light.

[CSXect]

I know this is primarily an N and Ho  forum but I would have to vote for a Turbotrain in O or even S with sounds as good as the Rapido HO version

go to http://www.rapidotrains.com

 

and play the sample files, the station annoucements are in French and English.

[CAZEPHYR]

 

HO Scale        I am not holding my breath since the Illinois Central Steam fans have been ignored, but they would certainly sell a few to me. 

IC 2-8-2  2100 series

IC 4-8-2  2500 series

IC 4-8-2  2600 series

IC 2-10-2 Rebuilt 2700 and 2800 series  

IC 2-8-4  8000 rebuilt series

Extra water canteen tender ( IC had various versions )

 

 

 

 

[CAZEPHYR]

 

 

Philip

If this Post continues to express our wishes, we might consider collecting the list and put them in an Excel sheet for the totals.   They could be sent to several manufacuters as a grass roots list form the forum.  Off course this is a limited list, but probably one that is real.

 

There have been many other post like this in the past and they could be noted and added also.

CAZEPHYR 

 

[joseph2]

JonathanS,JJL Models sells a undecorated Lima Switcher,resin body,Stewart drive. website is www.JJLmodels.com     oops,I just violated the MR no advertizing policy.     Joe G

[Darth Santa Fe]

Oh and mustanggt Bachman Spectrum makes a great HO F40PH for NJT (I have it) Amtrak and several others check the Walthers site.

Well.....It's just not up to my standards I guess......The dimensionally incorrect nose, the "low rider" look of the shell in relation to the mechanism, and those oversized LED's on the top just don't do anything for me......

Dave (not trying to nitpick)

The Walthers picture is of an older Spectrum F40. The newer ones are much, much better. I did a review a while ago if you want to see more pictures and information on the newer F40s.

http://www.trains.com/trccs/forums/575524/ShowPost.aspx

[Anonymous]

DM&IR 2-8-8-4.  The only arty I would buy.

A Milwaukee K1 2-6-2.  The perfect size for a pint size pike.

A CNW R1 4-6-0

 

[Dr. John]

In HO scale from Atlas, Kato or P2K:  an EMD SW-1 (an update of the one sold by Walters some years ago would be nice), Whitcomb Center Cab, Paducah rebuilds (GP-8/10, etc.)

In N scale, same manufacturers : SW-1, GE 44 tonner, GE 70 tonner, Paducah rebuilds, Baldwin A616. 

[wjstix]

CN GMD-1 and 4-8-2 6060 "Bulletnose Betty"

CPR 4-6-4 "Royal Hudson" (both as in service and fantrip versions)

NP 4-8-4 (the first anywhere) and 4-6-6-4.

More steam with Stephenson valve gear - 4-6-0's, 2-8-0's, even 2-8-2's and 4-6-2's would be nice.