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Steam Locomotives
TRAINS
How Steam Locomotives
Really Work
Semmens & Goldfinch. This book
covers the design of locomotives, the
processes involved in the conversion
of fuel to tractive effort, the dynamic
characteristics of the locomotive as a
vehicle, the braking equipment, and a
host of other systems that make up a working locomotive.
It also explains running and maintenance practices
and discusses unique features found in various
parts of the world. 360 pages, 190 illustrations,
6¼"x 9½", softcover.........................#R02370E $ 24.95
Locomotive Dictionary
2-Volume Set
Fowler. In 1905, the American
Railway Master Mechanics
Association authorized the creation
of “an illustrated dictionary
of each and every part used in
the building of locomotives.” A
complete reproduction of the
original 1906 dictionary that
resulted from that authorization, this heavily illustrated,
two-volume set is a wonderful piece of history.
794 pages, 1,000+ B&W illustrations and photographs,
8½"x 11", softcover..............#R05330E $ 59.95
Over
4 Hours!
The Years of Steam
This program explores the rise and
fall of America’s steam trains, from
the glory days of the 1920s, ’30s
and ’40s through the transitional
years of the 1950s and the twilight
years of the 1960s and ’70s. You’ll
view steam power from Central Railroad of
New Jersey, Reading, Delaware & Hudson,
Canadian Pacific, Pennsy, Baltimore & Ohio, New
York Central, and others. Color and B&W,
stereo, 4 hrs. 5 min.........................#RV9316B $ 8.95
Legends of Steam
These programs feature Union
Pacific #844 and Southern Pacific
#4449 – massive 4-8-4 Northern
steam locomotives – in thrilling
action! You’ll enjoy onboard
and trackside footage, beautiful
scenery, and more. Widescreen.
DVD............................. $ 29.95 each
Blu-ray........................ $ 39.95 each
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Volume I – Follow #844 as it retraces the route of
the Portland Rose passenger train from Cheyenne,
Wyoming, to Portland, Oregon. You’ll visit Sherman
Hill, the scenic Blue Mountains and Columbia River
Gorge National Scenic Area; enjoy bonus footage
of #844 in freight service; and more. 1 hr. 52 min.
DVD............#RV9304C Blu-ray............#RV9308E
Volume II – This program features #4449 and #844
double-heading in excursion service for the first
time! You’ll view complete coverage of the Puget
Sound Steam Special, round trips between Tacoma
and Everett, and bonus footage of Amtrak, Sounder
commuter trains and freight trains. 3 hrs. 20 min.
DVD............#RV9305C Blu-ray............#RV9309E
Volume III – Follow #844 on its homeward trip from
Portland to Cheyenne. You’ll see #844 tackle the
heavy grades of eastern Oregon, run full-steam
across the open rangelands of Wyoming, and more.
You’ll even enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the
camera crews in action. 1 hr. 50 min.
DVD............#RV9306C Blu-ray............#RV9310E
All 3 DVDs...#RV9402C Reg: $ 89.85 Now: $ 69.85
Not only was the 4-4-0 configuration the
best-selling wheel arrangement of all
steam locomotives, it was the longest
running as well, first appearing in the
late 1830s and seeing service until the
end of the steam era.
Part of Bachmann’s top-of-the-line
Spectrum series, these DCC-equipped,
On30 scale models of inside-frame
4-4-0s feature a quiet, 5-pole motor with a
flywheel drive; a die cast frame, boiler and
B
cab; interchangeable stacks (tapered and cap), pilot styles (footboard
and road) and lead truck styles (spoked and solid); dozens
of hand-applied details such as grab irons and a bell; an operating
headlight; a short-coupled tender with interchangeable coal, wood
and oil bunker loads; photo-etched brass fuel bunker extensions
for larger loads; red cab windows; and a lifetime limited warranty.
Measures 12" long and arrives ready to run on HO scale track...................................Reg: $ 345 Now: $ 299 each
A: 1890s 4-4-0 – Features a wood cab, an oil headlight, and gold pinstripes and lining..........................#R97377D
B: 1910s 4-4-0 – Features a steel cab, an electric visor headlight, and white pinstripes........................#R97378D
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Iron Horses
Swift. This heavily illustrated
book, which surveys
the best American
steam locomotives,
covers their manufacturers;
the technological
improvements that allowed significant leaps in pulling
power, reliability, and serviceability; and surviving locomotives
that can still be seen today. 256 pages, B&W
and color photographs, 13¾"x 8½",
hardcover.............#R01467C Reg: $ 24.95 Now: $ 14.95
Steam Giants Across America
Take a cross-country rail tour during the
1940s and ‘50s to witness some of the
most awe-inspiring steam giants ever
built. You’ll see Union Pacific 4-8-8-4
Big Boys pound the Wyoming plains;
Norfolk & Western Y-Class 2-8-8-2s
work heavy freights through the Northeast;
Duluth, Missabe & Iron Range 2-8-8-4 Yellowstones
muscle mile-long ore drags from Northern Minnesota
mines to Lake Superior ship docks; and more.
Color, 1 hour.....#RV6610C Reg: $ 24.95 Now: $ 12.45
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0-6-0 Goat
A
Switchers
The Camelback
– or “Goat” –
switcher was
created as a
way for railroads
using anthracite coal to
B
better utilize the cleaner burning
fuel. Replicating four of those
hard-working “Goats,” these
DCC-ready, HO scale models
C
feature finely molded locomotive
and tender bodies, a powerful
can motor for excellent lowspeed
operation and pulling
power, a die cast chassis, operating
head and rear lights, a
D
three-piece brass bell, metal
add-on parts such as a valve
gear and handrails, a simulated coal load,
and more. 6¾" long........................................ $ 99.95 each
A: Reading Railroad........................................#R91847B
B: Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe.....................#R91848B
C: Southern Railway........................................#R91849B
D: Denver & Rio Grande Western..................#R91850B
Inside-Frame 4-4-0 Steam Locomotives
A
The Locomotive
Engineman’s Manual
James. This reproduction of
the manual originally published
in 1919 for instructing locomotive
engineers, firemen and
mechanics remains one of the
most complete books ever written
about the working components
of the steam engine, covering everything
from air brakes to the valve gear. Includes questions
and answers for instruction and examination.
450 pages, 50+ B&W illustrations, 8"x 10",
softcover.....................................#R05316B $ 39.95
Running a Steam
Locomotive
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On30 Scale
This amazing series takes
you “under the skin” of a steam
locomotive for a complete
smokestack-to-firebox look at
its operation and maintenance.
Color............. $ 19.95 each
Vol. 1: Basics of Steam Locomotive
Operation – Examine the anatomy, care and
operation of a Baldwin-built steamer.
1 hr. 30 min...........................................#RV5900C
Vol. 2: Passenger Locomotive Road
Operation – Join three veteran steam engine
crews aboard a trio – a 4-6-0, a 4-6-2 and a
4-8-4 – of fully restored locomotives.
1 hr. 45 min...........................................#RV5901C
Vol. 3: Freight Locomotive Road Operation
Learn the operation of three distinctly different
freight steamers: a narrow gauge Shay, a
2-8-2 Mikado, and N&W’s A-Class 2-6-6-4.
1 hr. 15 min...........................................#RV5902C
Purchase the Set and Save!
#RV5903A $ 49.85
Locomotive Engineer Caps
These high quality
caps resembling
those used by
steam-era engineers
and firemen
are fully
adjustable for
maximum comfort........ $ 9.95 each
Adult: Blue...#R99023C Child: Blue...#R99024C
Pink...#R06047C Pink...#R06048C
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