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Chuck Walsh
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Once more the mighty 7,500 HP Allegheny(HO)
has hit the rails.

Here are some of the features listed by ModelRailRoad news of Merlin Or in it's Jan 02 publication.

64" drivers, 66 SMPH at 12 volts with a simple DCC install and brass flywheel.
26 1/2 oz, cast metal chassis. Adjustable draw bar to negotiate 18"-recommend 22"

Hauled 205 oz on the draw bar(approx 51-4 oz cars)equivalent to 3 diesels in pulling power.

ELECTRICAL WHEELBASE.
Engineer's side, 1 pilot, 2 drivers. Tender
3 wheels.
Firemen's Side, 2 drivers, 2 trailers. Tender, 3 wheels.

Center two drivers on the rear engine are equipped with traction tires.

Walthers offers a one year warranty against
defects.
Must exchange engine. No vendor has been seleced to make repairs.


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