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Starting this to hopefully gain some information as we go along.

Really intrigued by the new John Bull sets and have seen a handful of others say the same. I especially like the looks of the Uncle Sam version. Could be quite attractive.

Other than what's in the catalog (not much) and the fact that these operate conventionally, don't know a lot. The build materials, motor, couplers, etc. Hoping we'll learn more from Lionel, especially before the preorder deadline.

Also, feel free to weigh in. I'm listening!

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Got a link to the video about this?  I love these older locomotives, but being conventional really disappoints me.  If I can convert it to command, probably DCC, then I may go ahead and get it.  The recent brass-hybrid 4-4-0's are wonderful.  If this is along the same detail and quality, I may get one.  I was hoping to run it with the 4-4-0's as a lashup, not happening now.

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Got a link to the video about this?  I love these older locomotives, but being conventional really disappoints me.  If I can convert it to command, probably DCC, then I may go ahead and get it.  The recent brass-hybrid 4-4-0's are wonderful.  If this is along the same detail and quality, I may get one.  I was hoping to run it with the 4-4-0's as a lashup, not happening now.

Link below.

Be aware this is a recap of the entire catalog so you'll have to fast forward to the John Bull pages. They don't go into lots of detail but do discuss some of the features.

https://youtu.be/31z9r0U9lXU

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