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Model Trains → Passenger Cars → HO Scale
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Features: * As Amfleet I Coaches and Food Service Cars entered service in the mid 1970s, Amtrak found the body was not suitable for conversion to a sleeping car. As time caught up with older sleepers still in service, a search began for a new design. * In 1987, Morrison-Knudsen unveiled a new sleeper, called a Viewliner. * Designed to meet the clearance restrictions of the eastern US, the cars had a unique shape and style all their own. Although the first cars were not delivered until 1996, 50 are now in service. Unique in appearance, the squared body has upper and lower rows of windows for a large, roomy feel inside and out. Passengers can choose from two deluxe bedrooms,
...more about the Walthers 85' Streamlined Viewliner Sleeper Ready to Run -- Undecorated - HO-Scale
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Features: * As Amfleet I Coaches and Food Service Cars entered service in the mid 1970s, Amtrak found the body was not suitable for conversion to a sleeping car. As time caught up with older sleepers still in service, a search began for a new design. * In 1987, Morrison-Knudsen unveiled a new sleeper, called a Viewliner. * Designed to meet the clearance restrictions of the eastern US, the cars had a unique shape and style all their own. Although the first cars were not delivered until 1996, 50 are now in service. * Unique in appearance, the squared body has upper and lower rows of windows for a large, roomy feel inside and out. Passengers can choose from two deluxe bedroom
...more about the Walthers 85' Streamlined Viewliner Sleeper Ready to Run -- Amtrak(R) - Phase IV Scheme - HO-Scale
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Features: * The arrival of new Superliner II cars in 1996 allowed many older Heritage Fleet Budd-built coaches to be "retired, " but they soon proved the perfect starting point for some prototype kitbashing! As Amtrak's package and mail business grew, these older cars offered a quick and affordable way to acquire more equipment for this service for less than the cost of an all-new car. All of the original interior furnishings were removed, windows were plated over with stainless steel panels and a large roll-up door was installed in the center on each side. * Today, they operate system wide on most long-distance trains as well as medium- and short runs. Traditionally, they
...more about the Walthers Amtrak(R) 1700 Series Baggage Car (ex-Heritage Fleet Coaches) Ready to Run -- Undecorated - HO-Scale
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Features: * The arrival of new Superliner II cars in 1996 allowed many older Heritage Fleet Budd-built coaches to be "retired, " but they soon proved the perfect starting point for some prototype kitbashing! As Amtrak's package and mail business grew, these older cars offered a quick and affordable way to acquire more equipment for this service for less than the cost of an all-new car. All of the original interior furnishings were removed, windows were plated over with stainless steel panels and a large roll-up door was installed in the center on each side. * Today, they operate system wide on most long-distance trains as well as medium- and short runs. Traditionally, they
...more about the Walthers Amtrak(R) 1700 Series Baggage Car (ex-Heritage Fleet Coaches) Ready to Run -- Amtrak - Phase IV - HO-Scale
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Features: * The arrival of new Superliner II cars in 1996 allowed many older Heritage Fleet Budd-built coaches to be "retired, " but they soon proved the perfect starting point for some prototype kitbashing! As Amtrak's package and mail business grew, these older cars offered a quick and affordable way to acquire more equipment for this service for less than the cost of an all-new car. All of the original interior furnishings were removed, windows were plated over with stainless steel panels and a large roll-up door was installed in the center on each side. * Today, they operate system wide on most long-distance trains as well as medium- and short runs. Traditionally, they
...more about the Walthers Amtrak(R) 1700 Series Baggage Car (ex-Heritage Fleet Coaches) Ready to Run -- Amtrak - Phase IV w/US Postal Service Markings - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Commuter Coach (Ready to Run) -- Undecorated - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Commuter Coach (Ready to Run) -- Chicago & North Western (green, yellow) - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Commuter Coach (Ready to Run) -- METRA (Chicago Area 1984+) - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Commuter Coach (Ready to Run) -- Regional Transportation Authority (RTA - Chicago 1974-84) - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Commuter Coach (Ready to Run) -- Rock Island - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Commuter Coach (Ready to Run) -- Virginia Railway Express - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Commuter Coach (Ready to Run) -- Amtrak(R) - Phase III - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Cab Car/Coach (Ready to Run) -- Undecorated - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Cab Car/Coach (Ready to Run) -- Chicago & North Western (yellow, green) - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Commuter Cab -- METRA (Chicago, 1984+) - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Cab Car/Coach (Ready to Run) -- Regional Transportation Authority (RTA - Chicago 1974-84) - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Cab Car/Coach (Ready to Run) -- Rock Island - HO-Scale
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Features: * For over 100 years, commuter trains helped make Chicago the rail hub of the nation. Faced with replacing its aging fleet of equipment, the Chicago & North Western turned to St. Louis Car Co. for a new type of suburban commuter car in 1955. Inspired by similar cars on the Burlington, the all-new bilevel cars provided seating on two levels and could carry up to 169 riders. Wide center doors allowed people to get on or off quickly, speeding station stops. Roller bearing trucks, coil springs and cushioned draft gear made the ride quieter and smoother. Electrical power for lights, heat and air conditioning was supplied by a generator refitted to diesels assigned to
...more about the Walthers Pullman Standard Bilevel Cab Car/Coach (Ready to Run) -- Amtrak(R) - Phase III - HO-Scale
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Features: * All-New Tooling - First Time in Plastic. * Fully-Assembled, Ready for Service. * As-Built & Amtrak Versions. * Full Interiors. * Flush-Fitting Windows. * Prototypical Side Skirting. * Wire Grab Irons. * Removable Roof with Separate Details. * Working Diaphragms. * Complete Underbody Detail. * Diecast GSC Commonwealth Trucks with RP-25 Metal Wheels. * Swinging Drawbars Improve Performance on Curves. * Correct Prototype Length. * Factory-Installed Electrical Pickups. * Snap-In Interior Lighting Kit Available Separately. * Numberboard Decals. * Working Knuckle Couplers. * (Optional horn-hook couplers also included). * Treat passengers to spacious comfort and beaut
...more about the Walthers Budd Streamlined 46-Seat Coach Ready to Run -- Undecorated - HO-Scale
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