teletougos Posted September 14, 2023 Share Posted September 14, 2023 Just a note for anyone interested - the Czech outfit MTB are doing a small run of their TT scale SW1200 American switcher soon. This is a RTR diesel manufactured to a pretty good standard, with separately applied handrails and other details. Liveries will be UP, BN, PRR and NYC. Loco will have an improved motor and improved gears over earlier version. Price for the USA, Canada and Australia will be around 155€. For Europe around 180€. A few pictures here : https://www.eurotrainhobby.com/mtb-diesel-locomotive-sw-1200-cb-with-ru/p12720c448 The message came from the TT retailer Zeuke-TT. Unsure if he will stock it but I'd say it is likely. https://www.zeuke-tt.com/ 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
britishcolumbian Posted September 14, 2023 Share Posted September 14, 2023 Wow, I'm somewhat amazed by that, considering the acrimonious backstory to this model. This is great news as there has been significant demand for this model (and certainly improvements to the motor and gearing are welcome). But I do have certain questions about behind-the-scenes issues... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Lewis Posted September 17, 2023 Share Posted September 17, 2023 On 14/09/2023 at 19:51, britishcolumbian said: Wow, I'm somewhat amazed by that, considering the acrimonious backstory to this model. This is great news But I do have certain questions about behind-the-scenes issues... What were the issues/backstory? Sounds intriguing :) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSB Posted September 28, 2023 Share Posted September 28, 2023 I had a look on the Zeuke-TT website and ordered a few freight cars which arrived this morning. No mention of the SW1200 though. I have been tempted by the idea of American TT for a while having moved away from N gauge back in the 80s. Here are the cars I've bought along with a size comparison with a Hornby BR (ex-GWR) van from the same era. The tanker and hopper are by MTB and the other two are by Gold Coast which come without couplings. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Lewis Posted September 28, 2023 Share Posted September 28, 2023 The SW1200 is up for ordering on the Zeuke site now. You will need to be quick, Rob is collecting the locos from the trade show today. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSB Posted September 28, 2023 Share Posted September 28, 2023 1 hour ago, J-Lewis said: The SW1200 is up for ordering on the Zeuke site now. You will need to be quick, Rob is collecting the locos from the trade show today. Now ordered! 👍 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
teletougos Posted December 2, 2023 Author Share Posted December 2, 2023 On 28/09/2023 at 11:42, HSB said: Here are the cars I've bought along with a size comparison with a Hornby BR (ex-GWR) van from the same era. Thank you for the size comparison as it is very instructive. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now