Found this topic on another forum and thought it was interesting. If nothing else shows what is beginning to be possible with technology that leads to new ways of making model railroading more immersive. http://www.walthers.com/exec/productinfo/322-89001 Price is high but if nothing else the videos of it in action are interesting. Operating sessions could now include someone assigned to the intermodal crane(s) in the intermodal yard to build trains.
WOW! That is amazing!Luv the working lights & the size of the thing....really amazing to watch. How long before we get one for n scale?
Does the Brawa model have the same features as the HO model from Hejan? Plus the Hejan model looks better IMHO. Also, anyone know what is up with the self driving trucks? That caught my eye as well.
The trucks I suspect will be done with the Faller road system. This link will take you to one of the UK dealers that stock it, their page has some info on how it works: http://www.ontrackscart.co.uk/graphics/guide_fallerroadway.htm The crane is certainly a very cool piece of kit!