10-09-2014, 06:14 PM
Hi folks,
We are actually looking for a new switcher locomotive for our Donohue Paper Mill. We actually use a Bachmann GE 44-Ton. The engine is nice but most of you know the questionable running qualities of this model. I could upgrade it but don't feel like putting more time and money on it. Adding sound to it is out of question too.
Thus, knowing Donohue swapped its 44-tonner for an ex-CP Alco S2, this is the locomotive I'm looking for. Main modification include rebuilding the cab roof which was shopped back then. No other big customization is needed excepting a good paint job.
Actually, one can find sound equipped S2 at very good prices. Bachmann and Atlas both released neat looking engine. I've have a sound-equipped Bachmann RS2 and was more than surprised by the quality of this entry-level model. According to reviews, it should be the same. I own several old Atlas S2 from the previous tooling. Hard working engines weighting a ton.
Actually, I'm leaning toward the Atlas engine because of its details and because I feel it should run very nicely like older ones. However, I'd like to know if any of you had the chance to compare both models first hand. Particularly the sound. The Bachmann engine had limited functions, that's a given. Alco sound is a particular thing and makes switching move interesting.
By the way, I'm not on a tight budget for this next acquisition, so the cost isn't a selling point this time.
Thanks in advance.
Matt
We are actually looking for a new switcher locomotive for our Donohue Paper Mill. We actually use a Bachmann GE 44-Ton. The engine is nice but most of you know the questionable running qualities of this model. I could upgrade it but don't feel like putting more time and money on it. Adding sound to it is out of question too.
Thus, knowing Donohue swapped its 44-tonner for an ex-CP Alco S2, this is the locomotive I'm looking for. Main modification include rebuilding the cab roof which was shopped back then. No other big customization is needed excepting a good paint job.
Actually, one can find sound equipped S2 at very good prices. Bachmann and Atlas both released neat looking engine. I've have a sound-equipped Bachmann RS2 and was more than surprised by the quality of this entry-level model. According to reviews, it should be the same. I own several old Atlas S2 from the previous tooling. Hard working engines weighting a ton.
Actually, I'm leaning toward the Atlas engine because of its details and because I feel it should run very nicely like older ones. However, I'd like to know if any of you had the chance to compare both models first hand. Particularly the sound. The Bachmann engine had limited functions, that's a given. Alco sound is a particular thing and makes switching move interesting.
By the way, I'm not on a tight budget for this next acquisition, so the cost isn't a selling point this time.
Thanks in advance.
Matt
Proudly modelling Quebec Railway Light & Power Company since 1997.
Hedley-Junction Club Layout: http://www.hedley-junction.blogspot.com/
Erie 149th Street Harlem Station http://www.harlem-station.blogspot.com/
Hedley-Junction Club Layout: http://www.hedley-junction.blogspot.com/
Erie 149th Street Harlem Station http://www.harlem-station.blogspot.com/