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NMRA Show Announcement |
N Scale GE ES44AC and ES44DC Locomotives.
The newest power on the rails today. |
We are proud to announce our entry
into N Scale locomotives with these great models.
Completely new tooling from the ground up - these
locomotives are highly requested by modern modelers.
The first group is announced below. Please have your
reservations in by Aug 7. Delivery will start in Dec.
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General Comments and Questions
PLEASE NOTE: All photos are first samples. NONE of
these should be considered final. |
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The
above photos show the first painted sample I received
this Tues 7/7/09. This was a rush for the NMRA show
and the other painted versions did not make it in
time. Even for a quick sample, you can start to see
the detail possible on these units. This one was fully
equipped with grab irons for two reason, one to show
what can be done, and the other to see what it really
involes to add them (more on that later). For now,
check out what CAN be done. Correctly colored handrails,
walkways, all those warning labels on the roof - Pretty
Cool stuff - No?
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Q:
Will you do all the absolute 100% correct versions of
these locos. Which ones will you do?
Sorry
to say, no can do. There are numerous versions on
the GEVO Locomotives. There are 10 US roads that own
GEVO's with only slightly more paint schemes, while
body variations number somewhere above 20. UP has
at least 4 versions itself. While it would be neat
to do absolute correct versions for every road, and
certainly possible , it is simply not cost effective
or practical. So what are we modeling? After looking
across the board on all variations (which are still
evolving on the prototype even today), We decided
to model 3 specific locos - 2 AC versions and 1 DC
version. We are doing 2 unique cabs. A 3 Window version
commonly used on the UP and a 4 window version commonly
used on the BNSF. The AC and DC locos use different
sills and handrails - so we did those. There are AC
bodies with High (UP) and Low (BNSF) rear headlights.
The DC body uses the low rear headlight
(BNSF). We also opted to add either Hi-Ad or Steerable
trucks in the mix. With all these components, we can
mix and match parts to get a number of specific prototypes
and fairly close on the rest. With these parts, we
will be offering 6 different locomotives.
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Q:
Will you offer undecorated units?
You betcha. Undecs will be offered
as each unique version comes online. There are two
undecs
listed on the first release.
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Q:
Will Parts be available?
That is our intention. Logistics
for this are being worked on and it will vary on when
those specific parts are being run. We know there
is a desire to obtain some parts and we are open having
them available. However, please be patient as finished
models come first and it will be some time before
parts can happen. We will let you know when.
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Q:
Can we add DCC to these locomotives?
Not only can you, it is easier than
ever before! Check out the below photo. Take off the
shell,
remove the 6 pin shorting plug, insert your favorite
6 pin decoder (Digitrax DZ125IN or Train
Control Systems EUN651), pop the top back on and BAM!,
you're done. Wasn't that easy. No more taking apart
mechs and changing out entire PC Boards. Life is Good!
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Q:
What road names will you be doing?
YES! We are developing art for all US road names
and will even include the lone CEMX unit if there
is enough interest. Several roads have some variations
and a few special or unique units. We have an interest
in exploring each of them. The Kicker....There is
no master plan on when a specific road or scheme will
come into play. We will make an effort to mix in large
and small roads on a regular basis. Stay tuned for
your favorite.
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Q:
What's up with those wire grabs? Will they be installed?
From
the beginning of this project we wanted to push the
current N "standard". An easy to install
DCC chip was part of that process. The other was the
fact that I enjoyed detailing locomotives, but absolutely
did not like carving off cast-on grabs on painted
units (or undecs for that matter). The solution was
to cast off the cast-on grabs. What we did was leave
a small dimple as a starter hole where most grab irons
should be. This accomplished a few positive outcomes.
Now, the modelers that wanted to add inidual grabs
does not have to scuff the factory paint removing
(usually oversized) cast on grabs. Now, if desired,
they can just drill holes and add the wire parts.
We'll even throw them in the box for ya. Another positive
is that printing becomes that much better. Sometimes
when trying to add graphics over cast-on grabs, there
is a small break in the printing. No cast-on grabs
means no more distressed printing over them.
So
what does this all mean? Really? - Not much. These
will be great looking units right from the box. Put
them on the point of your favorite trains and enjoy
- no further work needed. For those that want to add
a little something, that option just becomes a little
easier. And it is just that, an option available that
wasn't before.
So
why are we not installing them? A few reasons there
too. These things are tiny, fragile and do not take
rough handling very well. They also take a long time
to install - even at the factory level. This factor
would drive the cost up to a level I was not comfortable
with. They are WAY cool when installed, but not that
cool. I still strive to offer a great unit at a great
price, and think these GEVO's will do just that. So
as a standard unit, they will remain a modeler applied
option.
So
we have established stock units will not have the
metal grabs installed, However, if you just GOTTA
have it, please let your interest be known. There
is the possibility of opening up the FVM BACKSHOP
and supplying a very limited qty of units "factory
custom" with grabs installed. Fair warning, these
will only be available direct and will cost more.
Nuff Said.
Last
note for the detailers. Most grabs will be included.
However, you will be missing the two on the top center
of the nose. Due to molds, cavities, slides and other
technical mumbo jumbo, dimples could not be put here
and grabs were not formed for them. Sorry 'bout that. |
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GEVO
Features (ES44AC and ES44DC):
- All
New Tooling
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3 Cabs
- 2
Handrail/Sill Assemblies
- 3
Different Bodies
- Hi-Ad
or Steerable Trucks
- Directional
Headlight
- Ditch Lights
- Smooth,
Powerful drive with 5 Pole Motor and Dual Flywheels
- Separate
Cut Levers
- Optional
Metal Grab Irons
- Blackened
Metal Wheels
- Easy
to add DCC with Digitrax DZ125IN or Train Control
Systems TCS EUN651.
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Item Description
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ES44AC
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Part
#: FVM-70100 Undecorated - General Electric ES44AC,
3 Window Cab, High Rear Headlight, Hi - Ad Trucks - Expected
December 2009 |
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Part
#: FVM-70200 Undecorated - GE ES44AC,
4 Window Cab, Low Rear Headlight, Hi-Ad Trucks - Expected
December 2009 |
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Part
#: FVM-70260 Undecorated - GE ES44AC,
4 Window Cab, Low Rear Headlight, Steerable Trucks - Expected January 2010 |
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Fourth Release
Due To Ship April 2012
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Part #: FVM-70151 - Canadian Pacific (CP) - Road #: 8761 - GE ES44AC |
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Part #: FVM-70152 - Canadian Pacific (CP) - Road #: 8795 - GE ES44AC |
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Part #: FVM-70153 - Canadian Pacific (CP) - Road #: 8830 - GE ES44AC |
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Part #: FVM-70381 - CSX Transportation (CSXT) - Road #: 5202 - GE ES44AC |
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Part #: FVM-70382 - CSX Transportation (CSXT) - Road #: 5375 - GE ES44AC |
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Part #: FVM-70383 - CSX Transportation (CSXT) - Road #: 5418 - GE ES44AC |
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Part #: FVM-70384 - CSX Transportation (CSXT) - Road #: 5500 “Spirit of Cincinnati”- GE ES44AC |
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Due to Ship May 2012
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Part #: FVM-70364 - Norfolk Southern (NS) - Road #: 7517 - GE ES44AC |
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Part #: FVM-70365 - Norfolk Southern (NS) - Road #: 7542 - GE ES44AC |
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Part #: FVM-70366 - Norfolk Southern (NS) - Road #: 7525 - “Primer” scheme - GE ES44AC |
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Part #: FVM-70367 - Norfolk Southern (NS) - Road #: 7533 - “Primer” scheme - GE ES44AC |
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Third
Release
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Part #: FVM-70267 Iowa Interstate Rock Island Heritage Road #: 513 - Expected August 2010 - 3 Cab, Directional Headlight.
Easy Decoder installation with either Digitrax DZ125IN or TCS EUN651. Available to order with your engine. We can install any decoder starting at $15 per installation depending on the difficulty of the decoder. Inquire with your order. |
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Technical artwork shown
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Second
Release
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Part #: FVM-70101 Union Pacific (Red Frame Stripes) Road #: 5354 - Expected February 2010 - GE ES44AC, 3 Window Cab, High Rear Headlight, Hi - Ad Trucks |
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Part #: FVM-70102 Union Pacific (Red Frame Stripes) Road #: 5405 - Expected February 2010 - GE ES44AC, 3 Window Cab, High Rear Headlight, Hi - Ad Trucks |
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Part #: FVM-70103 Union Pacific (Red Frame Stripes) Road #: 5697 - Expected February 2010 - GE ES44AC, 3 Window Cab, High Rear Headlight, Hi - Ad Trucks |
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Part #: FVM-70204 Kansas City Southern {KCS} Road #: 4681 - Expected March 2010 - General Electric ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, (Additional specifics not released by FVM, but based on other 702xx series:) Low Rear
Headlight, Hi-Ad Trucks |
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Part #: FVM-70205 Kansas City Southern {KCS} Road #: 4694 - Expected March 2010 - General Electric ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, (Additional specifics not released by FVM, but based on other 702xx series:) Low Rear
Headlight, Hi-Ad Trucks |
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Part #: FVM-70206 Kansas City Southern {KCS} Road #: 4709 - Expected March 2010 - General Electric ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, (Additional specifics not released by FVM, but based on other 702xx series:) Low Rear
Headlight, Hi-Ad Trucks |
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First
Release
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Part
#: FVM-70201 BNSF Railway {BNSF} - Road #: 5719
- H-2 paint scheme (White Frame Stripes) -
Expected Dec 2009 - GE ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, Low Rear
Headlight, Hi-Ad Trucks |
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Part
#: FVM-70202 BNSF Railway {BNSF} - Road #: 5738
- H-2 paint scheme (White Frame Stripes)
- Expected Dec 2009 - GE ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, Low Rear
Headlight, Hi-Ad Trucks |
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#: FVM-70203 BNSF Railway {BNSF} - Road #: 5745
- H-2 paint scheme (White Frame Stripes) -
Expected Dec 2009 - GE ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, Low Rear
Headlight, Hi-Ad Trucks |
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Part
#: FVM-70261 Iowa Interstate {IAIS} Road #:
#501- Expected Jan 2010 -
GE ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, Low Rear Headlight, Steerable
Trucks |
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Part
#: FVM-70262 Iowa Interstate {IAIS} Road #:
#506- Expected Jan 2010 -
GE ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, Low Rear Headlight, Steerable
Trucks |
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Part
#: FVM-70263 Iowa Interstate {IAIS} Road #:
511- Expected Jan 2010 - GE
ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, Low Rear Headlight, Steerable
Trucks |
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Part
#: FVM-70264 Ferromex (FXE) Road #: 4605
- Expected Jan 2010 - GE ES44AC, 4 Window
Cab, Low Rear Headlight, Steerable Trucks |
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Part
#: FVM-70265 Ferromex (FXE) Road #: 4632
- Expected January 2010 - GE ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, Low
Rear Headlight, Steerable Trucks |
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Part
#: FVM-70266 Ferromex (FXE) Road #: 4678
- Expected January 2010 - GE ES44AC, 4 Window Cab, Low
Rear Headlight, Steerable Trucks |
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Item Description
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Inventory is a fluid commodity. It changes by the
hour (sometimes by the minute). To retain our pricing structure
we maintain stock levels designed to turnover 6 times each
year. We cannot guarantee stock status till we have an order
in hand. All product is subject to prior sale. If we confirm
that we have it, and, while we are waiting for the order
it sells, you would be upset that we did not hold it.
We used to hold items but learned a VERY EXPENSIVE lesson.
When we held items for customers’ orders, the order
never materialized 80%+ of the time. We lost out on
the orders placed while the item was on hold. Also
we wasted staff time that could have been used to pull actual
orders.
Since we are well known for finding older stock the fact
that it may not be on our shelves at this minute does not
mean we can’t get it. So, as we spell out on our terms
pages, we don’t do it anymore. You may, however, call in and we will tell you if the items
are available and if possible attempt to locate what we
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Last Update
By GJC
Tuesday, July 16, 2019 2:49 PM
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