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FEBRUARY REVIEW: O GAUGE ALCO SWITCHER BY RMT
I have bought four Beeps as a result of Bob’s Train Box reviews. I now plan to purchase at least one Alco S-2.
Hey, Bob! For a guy who complained about how the crew would get into a Lionel Post War GG-1 or recent remakes, why no caveat with no forward windshield for the crew to see where the heck they are going on this Alco S-2? Of all the basic details to expect, a clear windshield should be one of them. Otherwise, it is way too toyish for most of us and certainly way more important than a strobe regarding realism. PG
Not everyone can afford to line their RailRax shelves with $400+ locomotives. If the engine is too toyish for anyone, they simply don’t have to buy one. For those who may have a better handle on their discretionary spending, then this little engine may be just what they’re after. I think the review is adequate or better.
I would like to know when the S-2 switchers were used on railroads. When and if they were used on the Pennsy. Anybody?
I purchased an RMT S-2 with Jersey Central markings. I feel Bob is right on with his comments and I’m also pleased with the engine as well as the matching caboose for the price. It pulls well and looks fine on my rails.
I’d like touy one providing I can get a good price on it. To me the list price is way too high.
I have found RMT to be a great option and when I call the owner answers! Bob’s reviews on their products sold me. I have now 3 engines operating and 2 on order.
I purchased a Long Island RMT S-2. This unit can not be beat for the price! It looks good and runs well too, and lets not forger the directional lighting and marker lights. I’ll add one thing to Tony from oregon remark . . . if this thing is too toy like, then you need to change scales (one that has 2 rails rather than 3). In the past I spent too much money on expensive locomotives. I now have much more FUN running less expensive locomotives from RMT and Williams by Bachmann.