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texhorse · December 03, 2013, 07:06:46 AM

Sorry, I'm not Colin, but yes it is the same line! Been part of Union Pacific since 1988, hence the number on the loco. She's a great looking loco!

Andy

trainsdownunder · December 03, 2013, 09:21:02 AM

Yep can confirm Is part of the MKT line.

This is one of the UP range of "heritage" locos as opposed to the NS ones (see thread http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=17941.msg179632#msg179632

There are several UP schemes. They have only produced 14 specials/heritage in their entire history

This is the Kato Heritage range of which I own a Katy, 2 x Union Pacific "Flag", Chicago & NW and a Missouri Pacific

[smg id=8674]plus this one[smg id=8672] not really heritage but listed under their specials.

Bealman · December 03, 2013, 11:24:34 AM

Hi Andy!

Sorry for the name mix-up!

I was so out to impress with my knowledge of the US scene I got carried away!

Actually the only reason I posted that was because I just acquired Model Railroader's 2014 annual and some dude has a KATY layout featured in there, and thought I might show off! I know very little about American prototypes, even though I stand in awe of their layouts and modelling standards.

However, that is one great looking locomotive.

Apologies again!

George

texhorse · December 03, 2013, 04:31:39 PM

Hi George, no apology necessary. Actually, I think I hijacked this thread!

If you are interested in US modelling, I thoroughly recommend any Kato loco. Until you've had a go at driving a Kato model, you haven't experienced the best in N Gauge or N Scale, as they call it.

And the lovely Katy model above is.....yep, a Kato.

Andy

Adam1701D · December 03, 2013, 08:46:11 PM

Another test subject for re-vinyling.

lil chris · December 03, 2013, 09:42:38 PM

My latest purchase a 2mt,looks nice need to run it in.

Bealman · December 03, 2013, 09:46:12 PM

All lovely models, guys!

And yes, Andy - I have had experience with Kato locos. That's where people who model the US scene are SOOOO lucky.

George

trainsdownunder · December 05, 2013, 06:37:00 AM

Saw these on the N Scale Yard Sale Group - Unused Concor GS4 (DCC ready)
Couldn't resist at $200 inc PP the pair:[smg id=8701][smg id=8702]

SWMBO said OK - that's Christmas sorted then! Good job she doesn't know about the other box of stuff coming.

texhorse · December 06, 2013, 06:25:14 PM

WHOA!!!! Now those are beautiful.

Andy

Malc · December 06, 2013, 06:41:45 PM

An outstanding pair of locos!!! I'm very jealous.

scotsoft · December 06, 2013, 06:47:56 PM

I only have the one called "The Most Beautiful Locomotive in the World"

http://www.ngaugeforum.co.uk/SMFN/index.php?topic=17909.msg179288#msg179288

cheers John.

trainsdownunder · December 06, 2013, 09:46:38 PM

I am waiting on some coaches now which will get a respray to a personal scheme to go with the "Freedom".

Bealman · December 07, 2013, 02:49:35 AM

All in the eye of the beholder, I'm afraid. To me it looks like they have a pair of goggly eyes stickin' out the front

Caz · December 07, 2013, 09:26:18 AM

What he said, I think all American style locos are really ugly be they kettles or diseasels

CarriageShed · December 07, 2013, 10:44:19 AM

Quote from: trainsdownunder on December 05, 2013, 06:37:00 AM
Saw these on the N Scale Yard Sale Group - Unused Concor GS4 (DCC ready)
Couldn't resist at $200 inc PP the pair:[smg id=8701]

SWMBO said OK - that's Christmas sorted then! Good job she doesn't know about the other box of stuff coming.

Sorry, chaps, but that makes me think of Cybermen in the world of Thomas the Tank Engine.