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Rapido Newsletter Vol. 238
©2026 Rapido Trains Inc.
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Dear Rapido Customer,
These order deadlines are like the monsters under your bed; creeping up when you least expect it! We have some great updates and we're excited to announce November's deadlines. Can you believe Halloween is less than a month away? Anyway, let's get spooky and check out these important deadlines. 👻
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In the 238th issue...
- October Order Deadlines
- HO Scale U30CG Locomotive
- HO Scale GO Transit 60th Anniversary Models
- Anniversary Sets
- GP40TC Locomotive
- APCU
- Hawker Siddeley Commuter Coach
- HO Scale LRC
- HO Scale Budd RDC Railcars
- RDC-1 and -2s
- RDC-9
- SP-10
- CN 1501
- HO Scale Trenton Works Boxcar
- October Conditional Order Deadlines
- N Scale LRC Models
- November Order Deadlines
- HO Scale SD70MAC Locomotive
- HO Scale Budd Milwaukee Road and Rock Island Gallery Cars
- HO Scale New Haven 14-4 "Point" Sleeping Car
- HO Scale Great Northern 40' Double-Sheathed Boxcar
- HO Scale 1937 40' AAR Boxcar
- HO Scale PRR H21 Hopper Car
- New Videos
- Events and Shows
- Home Shops Spotlight
- Rapido and Me
- Tooling, Factory and Shipping Updates
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Please note that all renders, pre-production samples and artwork are subject to change before the final product release.
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Order Deadline: October 15th, 2026
- HO Scale U30CG Locomotive
- HO Scale GO Transit 60th Anniversary Models
- Anniversary Sets
- GP40TC Locomotive
- APCU
- Hawker Siddeley Commuter Coach
- HO Scale LRC FINAL CALL!
- HO Scale Budd RDC Railcars
- RDC-1 and -2s
- RDC-9
- SP-10
- CN 1501
- HO Scale Trenton Works Boxcar
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HO Scale Santa Fe U30CG Locomotive
The HO Scale Santa Fe U30CG Locomotive order deadline is on October 15th. Just a few days away and we're ecstatic to get these into production. We have a new video and, of course, those gorgeous decorated sample photos to show you.
Click here or the photo above to watch.
If you want to see the general deadline video which features the decorated samples, click here.
| The red fading back through made these units look wild. | Look at that insane weathering on this U30CG. You'd never know this was UV printed! | Those weathered U30CG Locomotives look awesome, eh? Don't forget we also have regular schemes! Check out those decorated samples, below. | The blue scheme gives off an all-business feel. | The red and silver Warbonnet looks good on the U30CG. | Now for those finer U30CG Locomotive details. A collection of photos below, highlights all of those insane details we've added to this iconic locomotive. | Lots of see-through grilles on this locomotive! | |
The front of the locomotive has the steam generator plate just behind the cab roof.
Below, you can see the Gyralite and the S5T horn.
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The HO Scale Santa Fe U30CG Locomotives feature:
- Design created from original measurements taken when they were in service
- Accurate nose and roof contours
- Three different back ends
- Passenger and freight configurations
- Roadnumber-specific stepwells
- Complete lighting effects – headlights, class lights, backup lights, step lights and more
- Numerous road-specific detail parts in both plastic and metal
- Wire metal grab irons
- Etched metal grilles
- Full cab interior
- Tons of underbody detailing
- MoPower capacitor system for uninterrupted DCC power
- Heavy die-cast chassis
- Smooth running drive system with all wheels powered
- Silent or DC/DCC/ESU V5 Sound options available
- Suggested minimum radius: 22"
Here are the schemes for these neat locomotives. As mentioned above, we are making two of these engines with the original Warbonnet fading through. We have photos of all sides of 8001 and 8002 in this condition and will be using a combination of pad printing and UV 3D printing to achieve the effect.
| Order those awesome U30CG Locomotives today! We're certain these will sell out fast once they hit the shelves, so you don't want to miss out on them. You can order them from your favorite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
HO Scale GO Transit 60th Fleet:
- Special Commemorative Box Sets!
- GP40TC Locomotive
- Hawker Siddeley RTC-85 Single Level Commuter Cars
It's almost that time to send the GO Transit 60th fleet into production! October 15th is the order deadline day. Let's take another look at these neat commuter models.
Wait! Metrolinx will be celebrating GO Transit's 60th anniversary in 2027! We are delighted to be celebrating in partnership with Metrolinx for this very special event.
OK, now go and watch the new video! Click here or the photo above.
| RT-85 Cab Car. Look at all of that detail! Early pre-production sample, subject to revisions. | The GP40TC with the RT-85 single level cars. | |
We're offering the GP40TC Locomotive and Hawker Siddeley RTC-85 Single Level Commuter Cars in a commemorative box set with a bunch of extra collectable items! Each set contains:
- One GP40TC
- One Cab Car
- Two Coaches
- Other Neat GO Transit Commemorative Items
Here are the schemes we're offering for these boxed sets. Every era is represented!
| We're anticipating that the sets will be a popular item. Order them now from the hobby shop of your choice or directly through us. | | |
If you need an extra GP40TC or three, you'll want to see this!
Scroll down to see all of the single GP40TCs we are offering.
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HO Scale GP40TC Locomotive
Hooray! The HO Scale GP40TC Locomotive has some super cool samples. In this section, you can watch the original video featuring the samples. We also have more photos of these iconic models.
Click here or the photo above to watch.
| The GO Transit GP40TC, filled with road-specific details! | |
The Amtrak version with one of our Horizon Cars.
And of course, the Amtrak's rear end of the hood.
| The GO Transit and Amtrak versions in 3D CAD. | |
The HO Scale GP40TC Locomotives feature:
- Design created from original drawings and measurements
- Rapido’s innovative dead straight metal side handrails with plastic stanchions
- Incredible underframe detail including traction motor cables, air filters, HEP cabling and more
- Cannon and Company licensed fan designs
- See-through, etched steps
- Separate metal grab irons and handrails installed at the factory
- Operating headlights, rear lights, marker lights, and inspection and walkway lights
- MoPower capacitor system for uninterrupted DCC running
- DC/DCC ready or Dual-Mode DCC/Sound
- Suggested minimum radius: 18” (22" or larger would look a lot better)
Here are the GP40TC schemes.
| Order ALL of those GP40TCs from your favourite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
You'll need some Hawker Siddeley Cars to put behind those GP40TCs.
Scroll down to see all of these cars that we are offering.
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HO Scale Hawker Siddeley RTC-85 Commuter Cars
The Hawker Siddeley RTC-85 Commuter Cars are a reality! These cars look great behind the GP40TCs and we have even more sample photos to show you plus a video!
Click here or the photo above to watch the video.
| Here's a closer look at the RT-85 coach. Note: some details such as rivets are still to be added. | |
The HO Scale Hawker Siddeley RTC-85 Commuter Cars feature:
- Scaled from blueprints and field measurements
- Full, multi-colour interior with individually installed seats
- Complete underbody with separate piping and conduit
- Track powered interior lighting with MoPower capacitor for uninterrupted passenger car lighting
- Separate metal grab irons
- Free-rolling, ball-bearing wheelsets
- Cab cars include cab detailing, headlight and working three colour class lights
- Suggested minimum radius: 22”
Here are the single cab car and coaches we are offering.
| Order your Hawker Siddeley cars today! You can do so through your favourite hobby shop or directly from us. | | If you're looking for the HO Scale GO Transit APCU deadline, rest assured you'll have plenty of time to get you orders in. We'll have an order deadline sometime next year, as we're planning to do another related launch... | | |
LAST CHANCE! HO Scale LRC Locomotive and Sets
Hey, hey, hey! The HO scale Bombardier LRC Sets, Locomotives and Passenger Cars have an order deadline of OCTOBER 15th. Remember, this is the FINAL order deadline for this project. We're close to hitting our sales targets, but we just need a tiny but more to cross the finish line.
Click here or the photo above to watch the video.
| | Two LRCs pass on Jason's Kingston Sub layout. A nice nostalgic view of 1980s Guildwood. | | |
Special Gift Boxes for the LRC
The LRC is such an important piece of Canadian railway history that we are pulling out all the stops with special gift boxes. For both VIA and Amtrak fans, our sets will be the ultimate celebration of these amazing trains. Each set will contain:
- One LRC locomotive (DC/DCC/Sound)
- Three LRC cars (VIA – 1x VIA 1, 2x Coach. Amtrak – 3x Coach)
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A 48-page, full colour, profusely illustrated and oversized book celebrating the history of the LRC written by renowned Canadian railway historian and author, Kevin J. Holland
- Two LRC commemorative glasses
- A specially designed LRC tie clip and cuff links set, only to be worn for the most special of occasions!
- More stuff as we think of it!
And now for the schemes! First up are the LRC Sets.
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Our new run of the LRC locomotive features some significant improvements:
- Tooling improvements to ensure the body shell is dead straight
- MoPower capacitor system for reliable operation even on dirty track
- New LokSound V5 sound decoder with remastered sounds recorded from LRC 6921
- New high quality speakers with strong bass
- Improved reliable metal couplers
- Improved wheel face profile
We also want to remind you that the locomotives feature upgraded electronics which includes the MoPower capacitor, speakers, wheelface profiles and much more!
In addition, the model features:
- Measured from preserved LRC 6921 and original blueprints
- Etched-metal grilles with radiator fan detail
- Full cab interior
- Full lighting package: headlights, ditch lights, marker lights, backup light, track lights and strobe light
- Separate metal handrails, grab irons and lift rings
- Optional bug deflector
- Minimum radius: 18”
Now for the LRC Loco schemes.
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Each LRC Car features:
- Correct car profile based on original blueprints
- Business Class car including modern 2+1 seating
- Coaches feature correct colour scheme including brown (1981-1992), green (1992-2016), “greige” (2012+) and charcoal (2016+)
- Track-powered “Easy-Peasy” interior lighting and working marker lights operated by magnetic wand (included)
- Capacitor installed for flicker-free lighting over dirty track
- Super-detailed, free-rolling trucks and wheelsets
- Detailed diaphragms with etched-metal end gates
- Separate grab irons installed at the factory
- Improved metal couplers installed at the correct height
- Minimum radius: 18” (22” or larger recommended)
Check out the schemes for the LRC cars. First up are the VIA 1 and Business Class Cars.
| Now for the LRC Coach art. | | Celebrate the greatest Canada's greatest intercity train by ordering your LRC fleet today! Let's get these into production, ASAP! You can do so from your favourite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
HO Scale Budd RDC Cars
The HO Scale Budd RDC Cars finally will close their order deadline on October 15th. We're super excited to finally send the RDC-1, -2 and -9s off to production, since they've been a popular item.
Click here or the photo above to watch the video.
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MBTA fans, you may not be pleased with the performance of the Pats, but we're working for you! We have some roadnumber changes for the MBTA RDC-1s. This was done to better match them with details and art application. Here's what changes:
Item 16314 / 16814 — Formerly 6117 now 6120
Item 16315 / 16815 — Formerly 6125 now 6134
Item 16316 / 16816 — Formerly 6133 now 6148
Please be aware of these changes if you already have or plan to order one of these purply RDCs.
| Metro-North RDCs layover at Port Jervis, NY. This variation also ran on the east of the Hudson River, too. If you look closely, you can see a U34CH and Comet I Railcar behind the last RDC. Photo courtesy of Otto Vondrak. | Our first run of the original New York Central RDCs, which features the same front cab stripes. | We've said it before, but do you run freight operations? If so, you need some RDC Cars! Many of these commuter operations ran over major freight routes and usually caused chaos and congestion for dispatchers. Now you too can recreate havoc during rush hour by simulating those late commuter runs, forcing all freight trains into the sidings for hours! | |
This RDC-9 has the single exhaust stack and radiator section.
Below, the backup light on the RDC-9. These will be working on the final production models.
| The RDC-9 Cars lasted into the MBTA-era with some receiving the iconic purple window band. In 1965, seven units (6900/01/02/15/19/20/25) were sold to Canadian National for Railiner services. Later on, CN transferred these to VIA, which kept them in service until 1988. MBTA's RDC-9s lasted even longer, until 1989. Some still exist on tourist roads today. | These are the RDC-9s without the backup lights. | What makes these VIA Rail Budd RDCs so special? They're the last of their kind and still in active service for a major passenger operation in North America. VIA 6105, 6217, 6219 and the rare Budd RDC-4, 6250, operate out of Sudbury to White River, Ontario. They run on trains 185 and 186, which are a thrice weekly turn. This service is an essential lifeline for people living in the Algoma district. They also provide supply lines and transport for visitors in the summer months. | |
The modern VIA Rail RDC with 6105-specific details!
Note the extra light above the door as well as the snow plow.
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The B-end of the car with the plated over ditch lights and marker lights.
The production models will have the windows and number boards blanked out too.
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All of our HO Scale RDCs feature:
- Rapido’s acclaimed “stainless steel” finish
- Separate underframe piping and conduit
- Loads of roadname-specific details
- Fabricated or cast truck sideframes (as appropriate)
- Separate grab irons and front door chains
- Etched-metal roof grills and fan covers
- Lit number boards and class lights
- Correct engine sounds - Cummins or Detroit - we recorded both!
- MoPower capacitor
- Suggested minimum radius: 22"
The Rapido RDC-9s feature all of these, plus:
- Correct blank ends
- Weird headlight and/or marker light (where appropriate)
- Prototypically accurate single motor - don't run these on their own, eh?
The Rapido VIA Rail 6105, 6217 and 6219 feature:
- 6105 - RDC-1
- 6217 and 6219 - RDC-2
- Many 2010 rebuild details such as e-bell, blanked-out windows, modified ends, different steps and much more
- Operating VIA-style xenon light and ditch lights
Now, let's look at those gorgeous schemes! First up are the RDC-1s.
| And finally, the modern day VIA Rail RDCs. | Ready to order your pallet of RDCs? You can do so from your favourite/favorite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
HO Scale ATSF and Southern Pacific Budd RDC
The SP-10 and Santa Fe HO Scale Budd RDCs also have an order deadline on October 15th. And now we have a video showing off the neat features of the SP version!
Click here or the photo above to watch.
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The neat rebuild features include the lack of stepwells and the blank end.
Look at that rear porthole window!
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Southern Pacific owned one RDC-1, which they received in 1953. Shortly after entering service on the NWP, SP-10 was involved in a grade crossing accident with a logging truck on October 7, 1960, which damaged the end of the car. Sent for repairs, it emerged with a blanked end, which necessitated single direction operation.
Becoming somewhat of a celebrity on the West Coast, SP-10 continued in regular service on the NWP until Amtrak's creation in 1971. With the discontinuation of trains #3 and #4, the car was sold to Yreka Western as their #100.
Those SP-10 RDCs feature:
- Prototypically correct rebuilt “blind” end
- Accurate Motorola antenna
- Accurate Nathan Type P Airchime horns
- SP-style roof-mounted numberboards
Below is the art for SP-10 and the Yreka Western.
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Our two Santa Fe RDCs come as a set: DC-191 and DC-192. These RDC-1s were built in 1952 and were outfitted with Automatic Train Stop (ATS), to operate at a maximum speed of 80MPH. Santa Fe only painted one end of each car, as they intended to always run them as a set. These received an attractive yellow “cat whisker” with a square ATSF emblem on the front door. They held down trains 80, 81, 82 and 83 in this configuration.
This will be the as-delivered version, as we offered the post-wreck rebuild versions a few years ago.
The Santa Fe RDC has the same great features as our other RDCs, with the addition of:
- Offered as the prototype operated… as a pair!
- Accurate early painting & lettering, including the square emblem
The art for the ATSF RDC set is below.
| Get your orders in before for the Santa Fe and SP RDCs. You can do so from your favorite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
HO Scale Canadian National Track Geometry Vehicle 1501
It's the LASER car! Well, sort of. The HO Scale CN Track Geometry RDC's deadline is also just a few days away on October 15th. We're super excited to get these cars into production, as they've been a BIG hit so far.
Click here or the photo above.
| Those strobe lights will work! | Check out that rooftop detail. | |
And now for the features of CN 1501:
- Rapido’s acclaimed “stainless steel” finish
- Correct CN-rebuilt sides and ends
- Working LED headlights and ditch lights
- Working Strobes!
- Working Inspection Lights!
- WORKING LASERS!!!! (Red LEDs)
- Cast truck sideframes
- Separate grab irons and side mirrors
- Etched-metal roof grills and fan covers
- Lit number boards and marker lights
- Amazing RDC engine sounds
- Correct P5 horn and E-bell
Below is the art for this iconic RDC.
| Order the CN 1501 before October 15th. You can do so from your favorite/favourite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
HO Scale Trenton Works 5277 cu.ft. Boxcar
The Trenton Works 5277 cu.ft. Boxcar's is just a few days away on October 15th. The car fills an important for modellers who need paper industry equipment as well as a general purpose boxcar.
Click here or the photo above to watch the video.
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Tons of details! Those rectangles are the air vents.
Below shows the complex air pipes these cars have.
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The HO Scale Trenton Works 5277 Boxcars feature:
- Original car drawings used along with field measurements
- Optional vents for pulp-carrying cars
- Metal grab irons and cut lever
- Detailed underbody brake piping
- Separate door posts and door latches
- Semi-scale metal knuckle couplers
- 70-ton Barber S-2 trucks with profiled metal wheels
- Minimum suggested radius: 18”
Here are the schemes.
| Fill out your roster with the Trenton Works 5277 Boxcar today! Order them now through your favourite dealer or directly from us. | | |
Conditional Order Deadlines: October 15th, 2026
- N Scale LRC Locomotive and Sets
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FINAL CHANCE! N Scale LRC Locomotive and Sets
Attention N Scale LRC Fans, we're just about to hit the October 15th order deadline. This is the absolute final deadline. We really want to move forward with this project, so let's take one more look at it.
Click here or the photo above to watch the video.
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Don't forget, in addition to the usual model features, we're also throwing in a bunch of extra items at no extra cost!
- One LRC locomotive (DC/DCC/Sound)
- Three LRC cars (VIA – 1x VIA 1, 2x Coach. Amtrak – 3x Coach)
- NEW! A 48-page, full colour, profusely illustrated and oversized book celebrating the history of the LRC written by renowned Canadian railway historian and author, Kevin J. Holland
- NEW! Two LRC commemorative glasses
- NEW! A specially designed LRC tie clip and cuff links set, only to be worn for the most special of occasions!
- More stuff as we think of it or can fit into the smaller N scale box!
The N Scale LRC Locomotive and Sets feature:
LRC Locomotive
- Working headlights, ditch lights, number boards
- Separate grab irons and handrails installed at the factory
- Incredible underbody detail including separate piping
- Different rooftop details for different paint schemes
- Accurate LRC Locomotive sounds on sound-equipped models
- Will operate smoothly on DC and DCC layouts
- Equipped with MoPower capacitor, for uninterrupted DCC operation
- Suggested minimum radius: 11”
LRC Passenger Cars (Sets)
- Working marker lights
- Etched-metal stirrups
- Full interior detail with accurate colours and tinted windows
- Track-powered interior lighting compatible with DC and DCC
- Suggested minimum radius: 14”
Now, for the schemes and variations of these neat LRC models.
| Now for the LRC Loco art. | You do not want to miss out on this incredible LRC gift box. This is a special, once-in-a-lifetime offering. Trust us, we're never making this box again! You can order these from your favourite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
Order Deadline: November 16th, 2026
- HO Scale SD70MAC Locomotive
- HO Scale Budd Milwaukee Road and Rock Island Gallery Cars
- HO Scale New Haven 14-4 "Point" Sleeping Car
- HO Scale New Haven 14-4 "Point" Sleeping Car
- HO Scale Great Northern 40' Double-Sheathed Boxcar
- HO Scale 1937 40' AAR Boxcar
- HO Scale PRR H21 Hopper Car
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HO Scale HO SD70MAC Locomotive
We're excited to announce the SD70MAC has an order deadline on November 16th. Yes, we're firing up the old order launcher and preparing to send these off to production. Before we do, we'll be back with DECORATED, WORKING samples to show you in a new video. Check back next month for that.
In the meantime, here are some of the renders.
| Let's see those schemes for the SD70MACs. | OK modern modelers, let's make this one of the most popular modern locomotives in HO scale. Order an entire fleet of 70s! You can do so from your favorite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
HO Scale Budd Rock Island and Milwaukee Road Gallery Cars
It's almost time to close out the HO Scale Budd Gallery Cars! November 16th is the order deadline for these important commuter cars. Now that we have physical samples, we'll be recording a new video for next month.
Until then, check out a few sample photos!
| Chicago commuter models never look so great! | Now for the schemes. You'll see we also have ex-cab cars for Metra! | Order those Gallery Cars by November 16th. You can do so from your favorite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
HO Scale New Haven 14-4 "Point" Sleepers
The HO Scale New Haven 14-4 "Point" Sleepers deadline is on November 16th. We have samples, which you can see, below. These just arrived and we'll be filming a new video with them, soon.
Check out the samples taken at the South Shore Model Railway Club.
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The famous New Haven 14-4 Sleeper, now in 1:87th scale!
Look closely and you can see the detailed room interiors.
All model photos taken by our very own, Paul Cutler III.
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First delivered in 1949, the 27 cars arrived with black roofs and Pullman Green window bands. Each car was given the name of a prominent nautical headland along New Haven’s famous Shore Line route. In the summer of 1955, they were repainted into McGinnis orange. They started losing their side skirts in the fall of 1957 but not all. They could be found across the USA during the 1960s. In January 1969, most were transferred to Penn Central and seven of these went to the Long Island for use as day parlors.
Now for the schemes!
| New Haven fans, prove the 14-4s are a big hit! Order them by November 16th. You can do so from your favorite hobby shop or directly through us. | | The New Haven Railroad Historical and Technical Association is offering an exclusive run of skirted McGinnis 14-4 sleepers. You can order those by clicking here. Make sure to get your orders in for them as they'll only have a limited number of each! | | |
HO Scale Great Northern 40' Double-Sheathed Boxcar
The HO Scale Great Northern 40' Double-Sheathed Boxcar deadline is on November 16th. Next month we'll have a short video showing off the schemes and features before we send it off to production.
Let's check out the schemes for these wooden, but metal boxcars.
| Order the GN Wood 40' Boxcars by November 16th. You can do so from your favorite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
EXCLUSIVE MODEL! GNRHS 40' Double-Sheathed Boxcars
The Great Northern Railroad Historical Society is offering two unique paint schemes with several road numbers on this neat 40' Double-Sheathed Boxcar. The art above shows the lettering, door tackboard and truck color differences. Each is set for 1956 and beyond.
Click here to order them direct from the GNRHS!
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HO Scale 1937 40' AAR Boxcar
The HO Scale 1937 40' AAR Boxcar deadline is on November 16th. Just enough time to make sure you've ordered every single AAR boxcar and then some! We'll be back next month with a short video recapping the schemes and features before we send it off to production.
Let's check out the schemes for these boxcars.
| | Our initial run sold out fast. We anticipate these cars will do the same! Order those assorted AAR Boxcars by November 16th. You can do so from your favorite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
HO Scale PRR H21 Hopper Car
The HO Scale PRR H21 Hopper Cars now have an order deadline on November 16th. Just over a month away and we're super excited to get these cars into production! next month we'll have a short video detailing the features.
Until then, check out the schemes for these vital hopper cars, below.
| Order the H21 Hoppers before November 16th. You can do so from your favorite hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
HO Scale SD70MAC Locomotive in Home Shops Schemes
The SD70MAC Locomotive in Home Shops Schemes also share the November 16th order deadline. We have five schemes we are offering, all of which are very colorful.
Check them out, below.
| Reserve these SD70MACs now! You can do so from your local hobby shop or directly through us. | | |
Colorado Rail Prototype Modelers Meet — October 16th to the 18th
The third annual Colorado Rail Prototype Modelers Meet is back at the Island Grove Event Center at Greeley, Colorado. Come on out to see our models and all sorts of other surprises!
Where: Island Grove Event Center, Greeley, Colorado
When: October 16th, 17th and18th
What to do: Sing Surfin' Bird at the booth
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RPM Chicagoland - Naperville — October 16th and 17th
The RPM Chicagoland - Naperville is a just over a month away! Come on out to see our Chicago models as well as other related samples we'll have on display. If you need a break from da Bears, we can help! See you then.
Where: Northern Illinois University Conference Center, Naperville, Illinois
When: October 16th and 17th
What to do: Grab a sausage at Jim's Original
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Trainfest — November 7th and 8th
Trainfest 2026 returns in early November. You betcha we'll be at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee! We have tons of NEW samples to display and maybe even a few surprise looks at upcoming projects. You'll just have to be there to find out.
Where: Baird Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
When: November 7th and 8th
What to say to us: WISCANSIN.
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Tooling, Shipping and Arrival Updates
LOTS of new items are here and shipping!
Please note, all of our hobby shop shipments are up to date. If you haven't received your new product orders, please speak with your dealer. All dealers in good standing have received their shipments.
Don't see the model you're looking for, above?
Click here to visit our full delivery schedule to find out where it might be.
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The Budd Coaches samples are here!
Note that 3D beaver on the Canadian Pacific car.
| While mixing of schemes never happened, it does look neat! | A closeup of the interiors and window shades. | The Metro-North and Rock Island cars. | The Santa Fe and Penn Central coaches. | Here are the N scale BiLevel Cars. They look great! | Two coasts represented here: Miami Tri-Rail and LA's Metrolink. | The cab car fronts, with operating ditch lights and marker lights! | | |
Another order deadline edition comes to a close. You never know what we have next...maybe some new announcements you have been anticipating! See you then. 😉
Bobby
The News Never Sleeps
Let's Go Buffalo
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