Rick,
I have to respectfully disagree with you. The work the Marsh family puts into delivering high quality models is second to none.
That being said, I do believe they can deliver more innovative value to their customers that they can't deliver in any other scale.
Unlike, HO and N, as we've discussed in great detail in this thread and the OMI SD70ACe thread, there is a tremendous opportunity for both the 2R and 3RS markets that is relatively untapped, especially for the modern era modeler.
Higher quality hybrid models, similar to those offered in HO and N Scales coupled with some innovations that should be standard on O Scale models would help grow our market share. I like the MMW ideas on moving louvers and fans, more realistic lighting, just to name a few.
Originally Posted by Rick B.:
Overland's models are nothing special, that couldn't easily be duplicated or surpassed, in plastic.
Maybe, raise the bar, knock out a model with working trucks(suspension-wise) you don't need real brakes; and, put small electric traction motors on each axle.
Build a locomotive model that actually performs similar to the prototypes.
If it's a 6 axle model, make it a working 6 axle model.
Rick
