March 2001 Volume 7, Issue 3 The NewsMonthly for Model Railroaders |
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Featured in this issue:
• The Atlas O SD35 Series Locomotive |
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2000 Prototype Modelers Seminar Special Report
Special report by Stuart R. Thayer Experience the highlights of the seventh annual Prototype Modelers Seminar sponsored by Sunshine Models, held in Naperville, Illinois this past October. |
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Reviews |
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The Atlas O SD35 Series Locomotive Review by David Otte Photos by Jeff Saxton In a front page review, David Otte takes a look at Atlas O’s new SD35 Diesel Locomotive. The three versions are covered: High, short hood; Steam generator equipped; and Low, short hood. This extensive review of these super detailed O scale locomotives also includes prototype info. |
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Athearn's Genesis series F7A Review and photos by Stuart R. Thayer Athearn’s HO Genesis series F-unit Diesel locomotive has finally arrived. Reward your patience with this detailed review of the new limited run Genesis F-units. |
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Hobby Center / Roundhouse TGV Special Edition Review by Michael J. Pratt Photos by Mike Lindsay This French TGV (Train á Grande Vitesse, or high speed train) Special Edition Set from Kato in N scale speeds your way in this review covering history, detailing, suspension, and more. |
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Ertl's Dodge Pickups Review and photos by Bill McKean Shopping for a new truck or two? The Dodge Ram 1500 and 3500 Pickups in HO scale are featured in this colorful review of Ertl's newest additions of their growing line of HO vehicles. |
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GHQ's front-end loader Review and photos by Bill McKean GHQ's kit of the Caterpillar IT 18F front-end loader was both a reward and a challenge for reviewer Bill McKean. Find out why in his fun review. |
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Yesteryear Creations' Fire Lookout Tower Review by Dr. John Hullman Photos by Mike Lindsay Let Dr. John Hullman spark your interest as he models the newest release from Yesteryear Creations, an etched brass N scale Fire Lookout Tower. |
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SP’s Shasta Division by John R. Signor Review by Jeff Saxton Are you a Southern Pacific fan with room on your bookshelf? Signature Press has released a new edition of John Signor's earlier work, Rails in the Shadow of Mt. Shasta, with Southern Pacific's Shasta Division; Over a Century of Railroading in the Shadow of Mt. Shasta. See if it will make a welcome addition to your library. |
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Norfolk & Western Passenger Service 1946-1971 written by William E. Warden, revised by Kenneth L. Miller Review by MIchael J. Pratt Take a fond look at passenger trains of bygone years on the Norfolk & Western with Michael J. Pratt as he reviews this newest edition of William E. Warden's book, revised and corrected by Kenneth L. Miller. |
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The Z-4000 Power System Review by David Otte Photos by Jeff Saxton More power to you! M.T.H. Electric Trains has strived to give you more with the release of the 400 watt Z-4000 transformer, along with their new Z-4000 Remote Control System. Get all the powerful details in this comprehensive review to help you expand your railroad empire. |
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Club News |
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Teen Association of Model Railroaders (TAMR)
In this month’s TAMR column, Jim Spavins shares his experience of prototype modeling with a representation of the Connecticut River Drawbridge. e-mail Jim tamr@modelrailroadnews.com visit TAMR www.tamr.org |
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Departments |
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Editorial
Click to read/respond to this month's Editorial Where Are We Goin'? - Part II by Michael J. Pratt |
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TrainTech Forum A technical discussion for the not-so-technically minded
Hosted by Danny Rittman This month, Danny Rittman discusses how the internet can be a great source of information, acquisition, and fun for model railroaders. Danny also lists his recommended model train web sites for you to visit. |
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Events & Activities online
This monthly department is packed with plenty of model railroading events and activities. Make plans to attend one in your area. You’ll be glad you did. Send us your Event info. |
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