Classic Lionel N&W Warhorse with Updated MTH Motive Power O-Gauge Model Trains On-Line HD
Channel: SilverRailClub Model Trains
Date: 2022-02-10

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In the late 1950's, most all the major railroads made the switch over to diesel motive power, retiring many magnificent steam locomotives in the process.  However, in the western part of Virginia the N&W railroad continued to use steam, pulling a plentiful amount of coal from the mountainous area of its operations.  Having upgraded its passenger service to modern diesel engines, many older steam locomotives were given new roles hauling coal and freight.  In a good effort to capture this transitory time in railroading, Lionel produced this epic 'Warhorse' set in 1996.  1st in a series, this premium set had a catalog price of $1295.95!  It was an important offering, as Lionel's new CAB 1 remote was also included.  This allowed for the operation of the engine's many new and unique TMCC features and sounds.  Dad purchased this set for us to use in our model train events, and has always been a favorite of mine to run.   The weathering, which was hand applied to the locomotive, its tender, each car and the caboose, is very realistic.  There are great whistle and bell sounds for the locomotive, and though everything was rendered in 'near-scale' it still looks great on the tracks.  However, I often felt that the train was just too short, and so, I purchased another set a few years later, then also purchased additional matching hoppers when they would become available on Ebay.  This gave my train a much better overall length, but still I wanted to define the 'look' of the era in a better way.  Fortunately, my MTH Rail King #603 'J' class with its more realistic appearance, Proto-sounds, and excellent operation (especially at low speeds), turned out to be a perfect choice.  Adding in the matching MTH N&W water tender made my set complete.  The cab chatter I added in to this video is from my Railking Imperial Y6b.  The engineer and fireman discuss stopping to let a 'helper' cut in front of the caboose, and I thought why not?  With a little bit of creative editing, I had my RMT N&W 'Beep' take to the task in the most realistic way that I could imagine (13:25).  I think the result looks very nice.  Filmed in SilverRailClubSuperHighDefinition, the video captures all the sights and sounds of this awesome 'Warhorse' run as you've never seen it before!   If you enjoy the show, give it a 'Like', subscribe to my channel and comment below.  Thank you for your support of my Silver Rail Club, and all we do!  O-gauge model trains displayed and operated by the Silver Rail Club in Virginia.  Founder: Peter J. Martens.