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In looking at the new 2012 Lionel Signature Catalog, I really like the UP Anniversary Set that is listed under the heading "Traditional Postwar Inspired".  By every definition, it looks like a Conventional Classic that is based on an iconic postwar engine or set.  It has all the features of a CC – Pullmor motor, Magne-Traction, die-cast trucks and frame, postwar-inspired packaging, etc.  It has it all!  As far as I can tell, the only reason it’s not a Conventional Classic is that when the original series was announced in the 2008 Volume 2 Catalog, the CC’s were to be released over the next three years, so I guess times up and no more Lionel Certificate of Authenticity.

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With the reintroduction of the diecast frames on these FAs, this would be a great time to make some FB units with diecast frames to go with them. They could be used with these engines as well as the Post War and Williams versions. How about it Lionel?




 

In 1993, they did sell the first re-issue of the diecast frame Alcos, the 11734 Erie as an ABA. But when they did the Anniversary UP in 1994, they dropped the B unit.

My Erie is put away. I don't think the frame is diecast. The 1993 catalog states that the trucks were diecast.
As I recall, the reviews of the day were positive for the "AA", but not for the "B". If so, maybe that's why the "B" was dropped for the UP.

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