Bachmann RS3?

John Moore Aug 28, 2011

  1. John Moore

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    Was reading my N Scale Railroading mag. and noticed a blurb about Bmann releasing an RS3 this year, supposedly next month. If I'm reading right and my eyes aren't crossed things are going to get interesting. And I was just at the Bmann website and didn't see anything.
     
  2. John Moore

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    Okay answered my own question. Found the annoucement about them.
     
  3. steamghost

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    It'll be interesting on how this turns out. Decoderized obviously, but then will it have traction tires to compensate for the weight loss?
     
  4. FloridaBoy

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    Holy 1985, Batman!!!!!

    Didn't the original Atlas/Kato RS3 have traction tires?

    Answer: yes

    Later they were issued with solid tires--I have plenty of both, and both run and pull great. Wasn't there a trend against traction tires on all forums a few years back?

    I take no stands, I am for "whatever works".

    Ken "FloridaBoy" Willaman
     
  5. johnh

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    It would be nice to see Atlas step up to the plate on the RS1/3. Kato and Walthers both offer DCC ready RS2, and now Bman with an RS3.
     
  6. DCESharkman

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    I agree!

    They found a way to install a decoder in the MP15's, and Kato had a way to install them in the NW-2. It does not mean it will pull less if it is dcc ready, nor, with the new metallurgy, they can be heavy enough to work. I am going to test a couple because it would be nice to have an alternative.
     
  7. Westfalen

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    Bachmann's GP7 doesn't have traction tires and spookshow says, "Pulling power is strong, as mine can easily haul twenty 40' boxcars up a curving 2% grade" which I can verify with the two I bought, the poor pulling power of Atlas diesels is due to the lighter than air metal they like to use for their mechanisms.
     
  8. Logtrain

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    I will second the issue with Atlas and the lightweight metal for their mechanisms. I have 4 Atlas GP 38-2 that are SUPER light compared to my 2 Katos. The 2 Katos will out pull my 4 Altas' handsdown.

    For years I would NOT even look at a B-mann simply becuase they were toyish. I felt the same with Life Like until the came put with the SW and WOW! I was totally impressed! I only have 1 Bachmann loco and that is the 44 tonner. I am 100% happy with it. Honestly, I think it is about time that someone tries to go against the big dogs (Atlas, Kato) and give them a run for their money. Especially if they will actually LISTEN to what us consumers what to buy. And the best part is, for alot less $$$$$. They have my vote!
     
  9. MRLdave

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    Bachmann is leaping ahead.......they have the best selection of steam, dual mode decoders in all the new locos, including the tiny 44 tonner,and a growing list of diesels. And don't forget the company that owns Bachmann has about the only factory left....i.e. your Atlas stuff is coming out of the same factory as Bachmann. I'd be willing to bet we'll see a lot from them in the near future.
     
  10. rrjim1

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    If Bachmann is using more lead in there frames so there locos pull better, look for them to be in big trouble in the future here in the US!
     
  11. country joe

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    Bachmann has really improved. The ten wheeler and the GP7 are excellent models. They look good and run smooth and quiet. I've ordered the RS3 and expect it to be as good as or better then the two I have. These are the good old days for us N scalers.
     
  12. johnh

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    Nah, not as long as they warn everybody not to eat them........
     
  13. John Moore

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    I promise not to chew on my Bmann frames even if I get frustrated. On the serious side they may be using tungsten cause those 44 tonners are as hefty as some of my old LL Fs. And they do have lead.
     
  14. William Cowie

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    Of course it helps that they now own the factory that made everybody else's products! :)
     
  15. Mike C

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    Not to get off topic here, and of course, I in no way wish to be disrespectful of rrjim1.( you just happened to bring up the topic, lucky you :D ) But I really wish people would stop worrying about lead poisioning from an ADULT toy. ( yes I said TOY lol ) Many of us as kids had toy lead soldiers that we played with/chewed on/ held in our sweaty palms/ for hours and we did not DIE. ( or grow up odd ) ( odd,,,,well we still play with toy trains ) HAHA . Now yes we should keep lead out of paint, and anything else that might disintergrate into the enviroment. But come on here, we're talking about a SOLID mass of lead, not any form of powder, that is encased in a plastic body. .....( Breathing heavy...OK rant over :) ) ........Mike
     
  16. rrjim1

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    Anything that contains lead even a ADULT toy can find it's way into a land fill and then into drinking water. Lead interferes with a variety of body processes and is toxic to many organs and tissues including the heart, bones, intestines, kidneys, and reproductive and nervous systems. It interferes with the development of the nervous system and is therefore particularly toxic to children, causing potentially permanent learning and behavior disorders. Just think how smart you might have been if you hadn't played/chewed on them lead toy soldiers!
    I really hope they found something safe to make there frames heavier, we all would like our little locos to pull more, but coming from China I have my doubts!
     
  17. Westfalen

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    I just think banning lead in model trains is a bit rich coming from the government of a country where guns and motor vehicle accidents each kill over 30,000 people a year.
     
  18. Mike C

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    Just one question , and I mean no disrespect, If you had a SOLID piece of lead, like in a loco frame. How long would it take you, if you were continuely rubbing on it , to receive a harmful dose of lead? Its not like liquid like murcury , and its not in a powderd form......Mike
     
  19. rrjim1

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    Try reading my post again and if that doesn't answer your question then do some searches on the internet, there is some good reading that will expain what happens to lead and how just a very small amount is harmful to children!
     
  20. PW&NJ

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    Gotta say I'm with Jim on this one. Even a solid block of lead can cause problems. And I certainly don't trust China to do things that are in the best interests of people and their wellbeing.

    As for the remark about turning out odd, speak for yourself! :tb-tongue:
     

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