@Big Jim posted:3rd Rail Engines that I would like to see before I kick the bucket! I ain't getting any younger folks!
N&W K1
N&W ALCO T6
N&W Class A as built
N&W Z1b
Great list!
If we were to categorize requests (e.g., steam locomotives vs. Diesels), I really think the N&W Class A would be a nice option for "large" steam locomotives. A high-detail option is a glaring omission in the 3-rail world.
Small steam! For small curves! I wish the prairie had happened! It seems like everyone wants big steam. We need some 4-4-0 and 4-4-2's!
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@adferraro posted:Small steam! For small curves! I wish the prairie had happened! It seems like everyone wants big steam. We need some 4-4-0 and 4-4-2's!
Scott still has lots of SP S-12 0-6-0s available. And anything done now would be more expensive that those.
Agree with Big Jim on his list, especially the class A but we would buy any of these, 2 of some.
Well if a Rdg N-1 ever showed up I would have to start saving up the money. The drive train would be similar to N&W class A, but the similarities stop there.
Alco T-6s were done by Car Works but they didn't have the correct end railings for N&W and it was very obvious.
Lots of N&W As have been done but don't know how they would go with a new run.
The N&W K-1s have never been done in O that I am aware of but the K-2 took a long time for Scott to sell.
The N&W Z1s are getting high prices as PSC did them and that is it.
I would still love a VGN Berkshire or PA steam engine. Both have never been done in O scale.
Baby Trainmasters would be high on my list. Both versions of the VGN would get multiple buys from me.
@Number 90 posted:What I'd really like from Sunset is a Santa Fe 2-6-2 or light 4-6-2. However the 2-6-2 failed to generate much interest when proposed a few years ago, so I am not laboring under false hope.
It would be nice to have a real Alco-GE RS2. There is a significant difference in appearance between RS2s and RS3s. However, both can be produced with the body castings being different, using the same frame and running gear, with variable underbody details.
Since Weaver ceased production, there is no longer an accurate scale O gauge RS3. The hoods of the Atlas and MTH models are too high, affecting the proper shape of cab windows above the hoods. Lionel has a good looking cab, but markets its RS3 with stamped handrails, in its ready to run line, instead of as a Legacy locomotive.
But I did say RS2, not RS3. I only mention the RS3 as it would be hard to market an RS2 without the more common RS3. Erie, Union Pacific, Lehigh Valley, Lehigh & New England, Seaboard, Delaware & Hudson, Great Northern, Spokane Portland & Seattle, New York Central, Frisco, Southern, Rock Island, Peabody Coal, Chicago Great Western, Detroit & Mackinac, Maine Central (and Boston & Maine?), New Haven, Canadian Pacific, and Santa Fe all operated RS2's. There were probably other buyers of the RS2, but those were all that came to my mind.
Tom,
Out of the many postings to this thread, I could see the RS2 / RS3 having good potential. Lots of variety there for most buyers. RS2s teamed up with RS3s would be a winner. Steam is just tough to do at the moment with the minimum 75 orders.
CNJ relied on RS3s all the way into Conrail. I'd certainly be interested in a few. They pulled passenger and freight with 4 paint schemes over their life.
@GG1 4877 posted:Tom,
Out of the many postings to this thread, I could see the RS2 / RS3 having good potential. Lots of variety there for most buyers. RS2s teamed up with RS3s would be a winner. Steam is just tough to do at the moment with the minimum 75 orders.
CNJ relied on RS3s all the way into Conrail. I'd certainly be interested in a few. They pulled passenger and freight with 4 paint schemes over their life.
I agree. RS2, 3 seems like a good recurring “want”. Lots of roads had them all across the US. I think this could be another Big Run for Scott down the road.
Yah - steam seems to be tough right now. To make a go you have to have a nearly identical - different road “tag along” to get it to fly. Along those lines - why not a run of USRA engines. Lots of roads, mostly the same with some manageable differences, mostly black or black and silver. Oft times only road name and number are the differences. Just saying...... seems like a simple way to get some needed numbers and make a Lot of people happy.
Cheers
TrainBub
@rdunniii posted:Scott still has lots of SP S-12 0-6-0s available. And anything done now would be more expensive that those.
IMHO the problem with the S-12 was the price. $1450 for a switcher is real steep. I would like to own one of these but I’m just not willing to spend that much dough. The M-6 and M-9 moguls were quite nice with an excellent price point. I think if it were feasible to do a small loco for $1000 or less it would do well. The trick is selecting a model with enough wide appeal.
I agree that RS2/RS3 would be a good choice.
MELGAR
@GG1 4877 posted:Tom,
Out of the many postings to this thread, I could see the RS2 / RS3 having good potential. Lots of variety there for most buyers. RS2s teamed up with RS3s would be a winner. Steam is just tough to do at the moment with the minimum 75 orders.
CNJ relied on RS3s all the way into Conrail. I'd certainly be interested in a few. They pulled passenger and freight with 4 paint schemes over their life.
I would take Erie and EL RS-2s and RS-3s.
@VGN64 posted:Alco T-6s were done by Car Works but they didn't have the correct end railings for N&W and it was very obvious.
I've never seen a T6 in 3 rail.
Lots of N&W As have been done but don't know how they would go with a new run.
I've never seen an early as built Class A either.
The N&W K-1s have never been done in O that I am aware of but the K-2 took a long time for Scott to sell.
Need to complete the N&W K classes with the K1.
The N&W Z1s are getting high prices as PSC did them and that is it.
Once again, never in 3 rail.
The SW1 has to be close to being announced right?
@jonnyspeed posted:I would take Erie and EL RS-2s and RS-3s.
I would take the Erie and EL also
@GG1 4877 posted:Tom,
Out of the many postings to this thread, I could see the RS2 / RS3 having good potential. Lots of variety there for most buyers. RS2s teamed up with RS3s would be a winner. Steam is just tough to do at the moment with the minimum 75 orders.
CNJ relied on RS3s all the way into Conrail. I'd certainly be interested in a few. They pulled passenger and freight with 4 paint schemes over their life.
I might literally go broke if they release RS2/3’s and/or RSD4’s!! At least 2 CNJ (RS3’s), 1 or 2 Lehigh Valley RS2’s, 1 or 2 D&H...at least 2 CNJ RSD4’s...I could probably keep going but I’ll stop there!
And if the SW1 becomes a reality, I’d be in for a CNJ & maybe a Lehigh Valley. I better keep selling down my current collection to afford all these great engines!
@CNJ #1601 posted:I might literally go broke if they release RS2/3’s and/or RSD4’s!! At least 2 CNJ (RS3’s), 1 or 2 Lehigh Valley RS2’s, 1 or 2 D&H...at least 2 CNJ RSD4’s...I could probably keep going but I’ll stop there!
And if the SW1 becomes a reality, I’d be in for a CNJ & maybe a Lehigh Valley. I better keep selling down my current collection to afford all these great engines!
I think there could be many of us could end up like you if this ends up being offered - broke 🤣🤣🤣. But perhaps happy with your empire. I Compound that (being broke) because of all my current reservations for Scott’s products !!! 😮 It’s a good thing that the models don’t all happen at once !!! Seriously though, I see that this could be a really popular offering. 👍
Cheers !!! 🙂
Jeez it’s been since January since this thread has been active. It was so much fun and Soooo many people actively participating.
So ...... To hopefully kick it off again - how about some Erie builts ? With a second run Olympian in Q, that would be sweet. And a good group of roads had them. Make a nice run for Scott.
I’d also be In for a run of RS3s.
Cheers
I just recently picked up my first Sunset/3rd Rail model (4-8-2 Water Buffalo) - what a beauty! I'd love to see an unstreamlined N&W J1 (N&W Historical Society photo). If they've ever made it before, I can't find it on the secondary market!
