Check out the HO Scale Trinity 31,000 Gallon Crude Oil Tank Cars coming this summer from ScaleTrains

White Rose Hobbies / www.dccinstalled.com is now a select dealer for ScaleTrains products. We are excited to be partnered up with a new innovative company. Check out the HO Scale Trinity 31,000 Gallon Crude Oil Tank Cars coming this summer from ScaleTrains available in 2 levels of detail!

First lets explain the 2 levels of detail that will be offered:

Operator™ trains are built for modelers who enjoy running high-quality, realistic trains at an affordable price. Designed from builder’s drawings and photographs, Operator models have fewer factory-applied parts and simplified printing. For added versatility, super-detail parts are available separately.

The Rivet Counter™ line strives to create the most accurately detailed models imaginable. The real-world counterpart is meticulously researched to ensure prototype fidelity. Each model features numerous factory applied parts including roadname and road number specific details whenever possible.

History:

Since 2012, TrinityRail® has built thousands of 31,000 Gallon Crude Oil Tank Cars to meet the growing needs of the oil industry. Mile-long unit trains with 100+ cars crisscross the United States and Canada daily to deliver crude from the oil fields of North Dakota, Wyoming and Montana to refineries on the East, Gulf and West Coasts. The TrinityRail tank car is easy recognizable by its unique trapezoid-shaped end shields.

Features:
• Multiple road numbers
• Factory assembled
• Color matched to Tru-Color Paint

Operator Features:
• Distinct model details
• Simplified underbody brake rigging details
• Body mounted semi scale knuckle couplers
• Accurately profiled .110″ wide wheel tread
• Available separately- modeler applied
detail parts and decal sheet with
additional lettering
Rivet Counter Features:
• Etched-metal head shields
• Detailed manway cover and protective housing
• See-throug top and end platforms
• Simplified underbody brake rigging details
• Sturdy metal anti-personnel rods
• Detailed tank saddles with defect card holders
• Metal corner and end sill grab irons
• Underbody outlet valve and chain
• FRA-224 yellow conspicuity striping
• Printed hazmat placards
• ASF Motion Control Super Service 110-ton trucks with rotating bearing caps
• Numerous separately applied brake parts
• Metal semi-scale SE Type double-shelf knuckle couplers
• 36″ metal wheels

Available in the following road names:

Deep Rock Refining DPRX (Operator Series 12 #’s, Rivet Counter Series 24 #’s)
Trinity Industries Leasing TILX (Operator Series 12 #’s, Rivet Counter Series 24 #’s)
General American Transportation Company GATX (Operator Series 12 #’s, Rivet Counter Series 24 #’s)
Valero Marketing and Supply Co. VMSX (Operator Series 12 #’s, Rivet Counter Series 24 #’s)

CLICK HERE to check them all out now.

New HO Scale Atlas Master Series GP38’s “Geeps” Announced!

New HO Scale Atlas Master Series GP38’s “Geeps” Announced!

Prototype Photo Courtesy of Jeff Carlson.

 

There will be several new paint schemes for the Atlas Master Series GP38-2.

BNSF “Smurf”

Maryland Midland

Iowa Interstate

Norfolk Southern “Horsehead”

Norfolk Southern “First Responders”

Norfolk Southern “Operation Lifesaver”

North Shore Railroad

Alaska Railroad

Proto Photo of Maryland Midland MMID #302 by Evan Kerr

All of the new offerings will be available in both Atlas Silver Series (DCC Ready) and Atlas Gold Series (DCC & Sound). The new paint schemes include BNSF “Smurfs”, Maryland Midland, Iowa Interstate, 3 Norfolk Southern variants (Horsehead, First Responders, & Operation Lifesaver), North Shore Railroad, and new roadnumbers for the Alaska Railroad.

For more information on the models click the links below!

Silver Series:

Atlas Master 10002359 HO Scale GP38-2, Burlington Northern Santa Fe BNSF “Smurf” #2043 (Silver Series)
Atlas Master 10002360 HO Scale GP38-2, Burlington Northern Santa Fe BNSF “Smurf” #2044 (Silver Series)
Atlas Master 10002361 HO Scale GP38-2, Burlington Northern Santa Fe BNSF “Smurf” #2051 (Silver Series)

Atlas Master 10002362 HO Scale GP38-2, Maryland Midland MMID #300 (Silver Series)
Atlas Master 10002363 HO Scale GP38-2, Maryland Midland MMID #301 (Silver Series)
Atlas Master 10002364 HO Scale GP38-2, Maryland Midland MMID #302 (Silver Series)

Atlas Master 10002365 HO Scale GP38-2, Iowa Interstate IAIS #601 (Silver Series)
Atlas Master 10002366 HO Scale GP38-2, Iowa Interstate IAIS #628 (Silver Series)

Atlas Master 10002367 HO Scale GP38-2, Norfolk Southern NS #5620 (Silver Series)
Atlas Master 10002368 HO Scale GP38-2, Norfolk Southern NS #5664 (Silver Series)

Atlas Master 10002369 HO Scale GP38-2, Norfolk Southern “First Responders” NS #5642 (Silver Series)
Proto Photo of the NS 5654 by Bruce Kerr

Atlas Master 10002370 HO Scale GP38-2, Norfolk Southern “Operation Lifesaver” NS #5669 (Silver Series)

Atlas Master 10002371 HO Scale GP38-2, North Shore NSRR #2004 (Silver Series)
Atlas Master 10002372 HO Scale GP38-2, North Shore NSRR #2012 (Silver Series)
Atlas Master 10002373 HO Scale GP38-2, North Shore NSRR #2017 (Silver Series)

Atlas Master 10002374 HO Scale GP38-2, Alaska Railroad ARR #2004 (Silver Series)
Atlas Master 10002375 HO Scale GP38-2, Alaska Railroad ARR #2007 (Silver Series)

Gold Series (DCC & LokSound Equipped:

Atlas Master 10002395 HO Scale GP38-2, Burlington Northern Santa Fe BNSF “Smurf” #2043 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002396 HO Scale GP38-2, Burlington Northern Santa Fe BNSF “Smurf” #2044 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002397 HO Scale GP38-2, Burlington Northern Santa Fe BNSF “Smurf” #2051 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)

Atlas Master 10002398 HO Scale GP38-2, Maryland Midland MMID #300 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002399 HO Scale GP38-2, Maryland Midland MMID #301 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002400 HO Scale GP38-2, Maryland Midland MMID #302 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)

Atlas Master 10002401 HO Scale GP38-2, Iowa Interstate IAIS #601 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002402 HO Scale GP38-2, Iowa Interstate IAIS #628 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)

Atlas Master 10002403 HO Scale GP38-2, Norfolk Southern NS #5620 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002404 HO Scale GP38-2, Norfolk Southern NS #5664 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002405 HO Scale GP38-2, Norfolk Southern “First Responders” NS #5642 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002406 HO Scale GP38-2, Norfolk Southern “Operation Lifesaver” NS #5669 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)

Atlas Master 10002407 HO Scale GP38-2, North Shore NSRR #2004 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002408 HO Scale GP38-2, North Shore NSRR #2012 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002409 HO Scale GP38-2, North Shore NSRR #2017 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)

Atlas Master 10002410 HO Scale GP38-2, Alaska Railroad ARR #2004 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)
Atlas Master 10002411 HO Scale GP38-2, Alaska Railroad ARR #2007 (Gold Series DCC & Sound)

Concurrent with GP40 production, EMD offered a lower horsepower, non-turbocharged locomotive based on the same 645-series prime mover. The four-axle GP38 was rated at 2,000 hp and had the advantage of costing less than the GP40. A total of 727 units were produced between 1966 and 1971 when the model was superseded. The wheel base of the GP38 was identical to that of the GP40. Both units shared the same EMD road-switcher style body that was introduced with the GP35 in 1963. A desire for standardization caused the GP38 to share the same wheelbase, frame and many external components as the GP40. The GP38 was purchased by large and small roads alike. It was routinely found in local and road freight service throughout the US. Many GP38s and 40s are still in service today.

Options on the Atlas GP38 and GP40 models include a long hood with or without dynamic brakes and an underframe with 2,600 or 3,600 gallon fuel tanks.

Check out the all new wireless lighting system from MRC, the LIGHT GENIE

Check out the all new wireless lighting system from MRC, the LIGHT GENIE!

They are available on White Rose Hobbies / DCCinstalled here: http://www.dccinstalled.com/GENIE-Series-by-MRC-s/7171.htm

Light Genie’s Applications Go Well Beyond Model Railroad Layouts

Uses for Light Genie’s broad array of features and lighting effects go beyond the obvious benefits to model railroaders. Applications for this never before available, radio controlled lighting system include sci-fi, auto and truck, ship, and aircraft modelers. Hobbyists at a show or other venue are no longer limited to placing manual lighting controls at the base of their models. Now, model lighting effects can be wirelessly controlled from up to 90′ feet away.

Sci-fi modelers can use it for engine, navigation and internal lighting; sequential alternating lights for UFOs and countless light effects for Starships. Auto and truck modelers can use it for headlights, flashers and strobes for emergency vehicles. Aircraft hobbyists will be able to realistically setup taxiing and landing lights, an under belly strobe, a flickering, fire effect for jet turbine exhaust and the list goes on. Consider too, school science projects, classroom dioramas and other educational assignments that can be made to shine with Light Genie’s effects.

LIGHT GENIE™ for Model Railroaders Does Light Genie™ Work with All Railroads? It works with all model railroads and operates with all scales. Light Genie is also suitable for beginner, intermediate and advanced modelers.Does Light Genie™ work with all brands of accessories? Yes. What type of railroad lighting can Light Genie™ be used for? Light Genie has 12 outputs and offers more than 20 different lighting effects. You’ll control on-off, brightness and dimming, flickering, flashing, strobe, alternating flashing lights, sequential lighting, beacon, fire-effect flickering and more. How can I use the controls for the two 3-signal traffic lights? Once you connect your 3-signal traffic light accessories, you’ll be able to power them on and off. When on, they cycle green-to-yellow-to-red automatically, and then repeat the cycle in reverse of each other. This allows you to set up realistic 4-corner traffic scenarios. These traffic light outputs can also be used for other lighting situations. What are some of the applications for Light Genie on my railroad? Use your imagination to set up vignettes that include railroad crossing lights, a police car with flashing lights, emergency vehicles with strobe lighting, roadside flares, warning lights on cell and TV towers and airport runway lights. Use our fire flickering effect to simulate a fire in a building or a campfire scene. Scenarios are unlimited. Will I need a power supply or special bulbs? Use your layout’s existing power supply, or order an optional power supply. Use either LEDs or incandescent bulbs. How much rewiring is necessary to use Light Genie™ in an existing railroad layout? It’s minimal. As I expand my layout how many Light Genies™ can I use at one time? Light Genie uses latest bind – in, 2.4 GHz technology allowing you to operate a virtually unlimited number of systems simultaneously without interference. LIGHT GENIE™ for Sci-fi and other plastic kit modelers What are the specific advantages for sci-fi and plastic kit modelers? Use LEDs without inline resistors Operate with batteries or an external power supply Genie’s palm-size, wireless transmitter with a range of 90’, eliminates the need for cumbersome, manual controls at the base of your model. At a show, an unlimited number of Light Genies can be used simultaneously What effects can I control? Light Genie gives you 12 light outputs and can control over more than 20 different lighting effects, including brightness and dimming, flickering, flashing, strobe, alternating flashing lights, sequential lighting, beacon, fire-effect flickering and more. What are some of the specific applications & benefits for sci-fi modelers? Add lighting effects at an economical, not an outrageous price Engine lights Navigation lights Interior Lights Exterior ID lights Sequential, alternating lights for UFOs Outfit a Star Ship with Flickering, Strobe, or Flashing Lights Use multiple light effects in a haunted house Create a creature with flashing lights for eyes Use the fire-flickering effect for fire breathing aliens As an auto and truck modeler how can I use Light Genie™ Headlights Turn Signals Emergency Vehicle Flashers Emergency vehicle strobe lighting Reversing Lights Truck Running Lights Truck Flashers Trunk & Hood Lights High Beams Dashboard & Other Interior Lighting w/Dimming Control Blinkers/4-way Flashers Three signal Traffic Lights Automatically Cycling-Green-to-yellow-to- red How can model aircraft and ships employ Light Genie’s™ lighting effects? Sequential Flashing Runway Lights Blinking Wing Lights Rotating Beacon Taxiing and Landing Lights Cockpit and Instrument Panel Lighting with Dimming Strobe Light Under the Belly Flashing Lights Flickering-fire Effect for Jet Turbine Exhaust Interior and navigation lights for ships

White Rose Hobbies HO Scale (1:87) AEI Tag Reader / Scanner update!

We are currently working on our 2nd release of our HO Scale AEI Scanner / Tag Reader. Our 1st release is sold out! We have gotten our measurements even closer to the prototype. We are cutting new tooling in the coming weeks.

Click Here to be notified when this release is ready to ship!

You can also check for updates on this project on our website.

AEI tags began to be implemented in the early 1990’s to replace the failed ACI tags of the 1970’s. The tags use a radio frequency and are scanned at various points along the railroad, typically when a train enters or leaves a classification yard. The tags are programmed with the cars reporting mark (ie SHPX 458099) as well as which side of the car they are on. This allows the scanner to record the orientation of the car (ie A end or B end passed through first).

We have been featured in the January 2016 issue of Model Railroad news for this product!

White Rose Hobbies HO Scale (1:87) AEI Tag Scanner / Reader and AEI tags for freight cars and locomotives.

White Rose Hobbies HO Scale (1:87) AEI Tag Reader / Scanner and AEI tags for freight cars and locomotives.

AEI tags began to be implemented in the early 1990’s to replace the failed ACI tags of the 1970’s. The tags use a radio frequency and are scanned at various points along the railroad, typically when a train enters or leaves a classification yard. The tags are programmed with the cars reporting mark (ie SHPX 458099) as well as which side of the car they are on. This allows the scanner to record the orientation of the car (ie A end or B end passed through first).

We are producing a HO Scale (1:87) version of the pole mounted AEI tag reader / scanner. This will enabled the modeler to closely replicate how railroads keep track of all equipment both locomotives as well as rolling stock. The AEI Tag Reader / Scanners will be sold in pairs.

White Rose Hobbies HO Scale AEI Reader / Scanner

White Rose Hobbies HO Scale AEI Reader / Scanner

To accompany our AEI Tag Reader we will also be producing scale AEI tags that can be applied to any piece of HO Scale equipment. These things are tiny but will be exactly 1:87 scale from the real thing. The tags will be sold in quantities of 20 or more.

White Rose Hobbies HO Scale AEI Tag

Tags are mounted on each side of the car approximately 48″ from the top of the rail.

New paint schemes on the HO Scale Atlas 50′ Postwar Boxcar

Atlas will be releasing six new paint schemes on their 50′ Postwar Boxcar as part of their Master Series of model trains. In addition to the new paint schemes the cars will also have one of three different side sill styles – straight, tabbed and fishbelly and 8′ & 9′ Superior or Youngstown doors.

Prototype:

At the end of World War II, railroads ordered large numbers of 50′ AAR boxcars with a standard design that was first widely used in the late 1940s. This design was based on the original 1937 AAR design but was modified in the post-war era to include: improved dreadnaught end and diagonal panel roofs with standard or overhanging design. These 50′ boxcars were a common sight on American railroads well into the 1970s and 1980s.

Conrail – CR

Bangor & Aroostook – BAR

Rio Grande – D&RGW

Lackawanna DL&W

Reading – RDG

Great Northern – GN

Each of the cars will be available in 2 numbers per roadname. List $35.95 White Rose Hobbies Price $24.99

To see them and more 50′ Boxcar check out the White Rose Hobbies Website HO Scale 50′ Boxcar Page. They are expected late 2015.  You may contact us to reserve this or any upcoming model.

Check out www.dccinstalled.com to see these and other great model railroading products!

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BLMA Models makes some great accessories for both N Scale and HO Scale for your model railroad

BLMA Models makes some great accessories for both N Scale and HO Scale for your model railroad. One of our favorites is BLMA’s modern billboard. This would be right at home on any model railroad layout from 1980 or modern day.

You can use the pre-printed billboards that come with the model or photograph real billboards and print your own.

The model has lots of great detail including etched metal walkways!

The Duke is there to over see things at Norfolk Southern’s yard in Lancaster, Pa

Check the BLMA Models billboards out today!

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BLMA also makes a variety of other layout accessories from Signal and Electrical Cabinets, Porta Pottys, Concrete and Rubber Grade Crossings, Bridges, and scale figures. Check out www.dccinstalled.com to see these and other great model railroading products!

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Model Railroad Track Cleaning Tools and Accessories

Model Railroad Track Cleaning Tools and Accessories

Walthers Bright Boy

Rail Zip Corrosion Inhibitor

Tidy Track RaIl Tracker

We carry a large variety of track cleaning tools and accessories to help keep your model trains running smoothly. Pick up Bright Boy or step up to a mid range system like the Tidy Track cleaning system with specialized kits for HO Scale and N Scale. Keeping your track clean will ensure that you spend more time enjoying your model railroad.

Check out our complete selection of track cleaning products HERE

New modern 53′ intermodal containers coming from Walthers in HO Scale this summer!

We have added the new HO Scale 53′ Singamas Corrugated-Side Container from Walthers to our HO Scale Intermodal section of our website. If you run a modern model railroad then you will need a few these to fill the buckets on your stack trains.

CN – We Deliver

CSX – How Tomorrow Moves [Boxcar Logo]

EMP – Green

Fed Ex – Multimodal

Hub Group – Green

JB Hunt – Intermodal

Pacer – StackTrain

Schnedier

Swift – Intermodal

The containers are expected to arrive in June/July of 2015 and are available in the following paint schemes:

949-8501 Canadian National
949-8502 CSX
949-8503 EMP
949-8504 Fed Ex
949-8505 Hub Group
949-8506 JB Hunt
949-8507 Pacer
949-8508 Schneider
949-8509 Swift
949-8500 Undecorated

Features:

* Based on Current Production Containers
* Used in Domestic Service Across North America
* Drop-In Loads for WalthersProto, KATO, and other 53′ Well Cars.
* Great Detail for Terminals, Highways and Industrial Scenes

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Don’t forget the maintenace on your model trains!

Don’t forget that your trains need maintenance to keep them running and last longer. Check out our selection of Labelle Lubes that work with all scales (HO Scale, N Scale, Z Scale, O Gauge, etc…) of #model trains.

Labelle Lubes

“IF IT MOVES – LUBE IT ! “

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Hobby Lubricants since 1974

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