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NBL Dealer Newsletter 2019 Spring

05/02/2019

The BN, NP, SP&S caboose project is progressing very well. Boo Rim Precision has data packages for all 18 versions and they propose delivery for late 2019. The project is fully reserved but totals can be increased until the final approvals of Boo Rim’s submittals. Quantities will be set at that point. It is anticipated take 30 days so production totals should be set by around mid June.

The model listings for the 2-6-6-2 articulateds (GN L-1 class, NP Z class, CB&Q T-1 class) have been changed. Since Boo Rim Precision was hesitant to undertake the number of versions first proposed listings have been scaled back. Please check the links for currently available versions and let us know what you would like.

Unfortunately, due to low reservation levels, the SP P-12 4-6-2 project has been canceled.

DP SP Cab Forward Accouncement

05/02/2019

Division Point has announced a new project to produce SP 4-8-8-2 cab forward engines. With the help of Dr. Bob Church these models are expected to be the finest ever produced. There will be 3 engine numbers available for each class, and all will be in the “Post War” paint scheme with the Silver panel on the cab front. All the models will feature the large rectangular 220-R-2 tender. Models will be available Lettered with the Large “Southern Pacific” on the tender sides or in Black (Late) livery. The ESU V5 decoders will be using the latest sound files to give you the true experience of hearing these engines as they were in prototype. The lighting will include Headlight, backup light, front and rear markers, stack light, firebox flicker, train indicator and number board lights. Boo-Rim will be the manufacturer on this build, with a target minimum radius of 30 inches (if possible.)

UTI 10-6, IC trains project update 4/21/2019

04/21/2019

Union Terminal Imports is moving forward with the Lightweight 10-6 passenger cars (A&WP, L&N, N&W, NP, PRR, RF&P, SR, WRA), and the IC City Trains. Reservations will be locked down in a few days. Please check the listings and let us know immediately if there are any models you wish to reserve. Once closed, all additional requests will be stand-by only.

NBL Update 2018 Oct

10/25/2018

North Bank Lines has provided a Fall 2018 newsletter with the following notes:

There are a few minor updates to the steel caboose project. There are about 250 reservations, so the cuttoff for the builder will be coming up soon. If there are any pieces you would like, please let us know soon.

The SP P-12 project is very short on reservations and may be canceled. If you would like one of these unique Pacifics, or know someone interested, please let them know so we can help move this forward.

The other projects are still in the early planning stages (CB&Q/GN/NP 2-6-6-2s, WP 2-6-6-2s, SP 4-8-0s) with revised announcement pages expected in the future.

UTI EMD E units - Update 2018 Aug

08/27/2018

Union Terminal Imports has added several EMD E7 engines to their previously announced IC EMD E9 project. There is a new unit for Wabash and several SP engines. Please check the listings and let us know if there are any you would like to reserve.

2018 Summer sale

08/01/2018

Oct 15, 2018 Sale is done - thanks for all who participipated. Summer is progressing very nicely. Like you, we're outside, not paying too much attention to the trains at the moment. This is the perfect time for a SALE! For an undetermined time we will provide an unknown discount for your purchase. This will be a sale full of rumor and innuendo. Just let us know what you would like and make an offer - we might be able to do that, or we might not. You never know until you try. (however, no layaways, payment will have to be in full - does not apply to previously reserved or requested models.) (I know, we did this last year, but you folks liked it, so...)

Union Terminal Imports new listings 2018 June

06/11/2018

Union Terminal Imports has released listings for 2 new projects as follows:

SP 'Slim Princess' equipment for HOn3. Coveringh SP narrow guage in the 1950s, this project will cover multiple types of equipment - steam, diesel, various rolling stock and cabooses.

NS Heritage Diesels - UTI will be working with the Marsh family to bring these 21 beautiful modern diesels to market. Also available will be a special full set model to be delivered with a customer display case.

Alco RS-2/3/4 / RSD-5 - Division Point - 4th Run 2018 June update

06/08/2018

Division Point has provided an updated list for the next run of Alco RS Diesels project. There are some adjustments, additions and model number changes. They are moving quickly to production, so please review the listings and let us know of there is anything which you would like to get on reserve.

SP DH643 Diesel-Hydraulics - UTI Announcement

05/12/2018

Union Terminal has sent out an announcement list for the SP DH643 Diesel - Hydraulics project. The models planned will cover several timeframes, from original delivery through initial modification to final renumbering. Also included will be a special 3 unit set with a bonus NYC research car.

PRR T-1 4-4-4-4 from GPM - Announcement

05/01/2018

Glacier Park Models has finalized and announced a project listing for T-1 4-4-4-4 steam engines, one of the very unique steam projects put in action by Pennsylvania RR. There are 6 different models to be produced, each providing a variation on the changes these engines exhibited over their short working lives. Engines will come from the factory with Tsunami II DCC and sound installed. Current delivery schedule is end of the year. Check the descriptions and photos and let us know which you would like to add to your collection or layout!