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For full details see the "Rapido - HO May 2022" news item, here, or in the archive.

The latest newsletter has just been posted to the archive.

For full details see the "InterMountain - April 2022" news item, here or in the archive.

Sylvan Scale Models has just released eight new HO vehicle kits which have all been listed in the Store. Scroll down to "New" products on the homepage. Full details can be found here.

The two new products above have been announced, replacing the UP5 and PM42. Here's the details. In the Store the panels can be found here and the power managers here. …

"These 53'-6" flatcars were constructed with a welded fish belly steel frame in contrast to the cast steel GSI frame. The fish belly frame provided an optimal distribution of tension and compression forces from the center of the car to the bolsters. Think of it as a bridge. In addition, fabricating a welded frame was far less labor intensive than an equivalent riveted frame. The welded frame proved extremely durable holding up to rugged service. As these flat cars aged-out due to ARR interchange …

"70 ton 3-bay offset side hopper cars first appeared in the late '20s and by the late '30s had become an AAR standard design with cars delivered from a number of builders in large quantities. The last of these cars were delivered in the late-'60s and many remained in service through the '80s.These ready-to-run models feature: diecast slope sheet-hopper bay-center sill assembly; injection molded plastic sides, ends, and hopper doors; fully molded brake tank, valve and air lines; slope sheet brace …

I'll knock 10% off any Digitrax items currently in stock, if requested.

For full details see the "Rapido - HO March 2022" news item, here, or in the archive.

I'll knock 10% off any order for Rapido freight or passenger cars in stock, if requested.