Are there any S-Gauge RDC out there? Can’t seem to locate one. Did Gilbert Or Lionel ever make one for S-Gauge?
Nothing was ever officially made. I have seen individuals convert Flyer passenger cars into a RDC using a diesel motor truck for power.
Thanks. Know where I can find plans on how to do this?
Sorry to intrude but what is an RDC?
Rail Diesel Car.
Your not intruding one bit. All replys are welcomed.
I have never see plans, but have seen photos. I know that they use a power and unpowered truck from an ALCO diesel to replace the exsisting trucks on a streamline coach car, enlarging the truck openings towards the center of the car. How everything else was modified I could only venture a guess at. I’ll check to see where I saw the picture so I can post it or send the info to you.
A number of years back (mid-late 90s) a company called Pennsylvania Heritage Models offered an RDC car. I believe it had a resin shell and a single motor. I never saw it at CTT, but if you have access to old back issues of S Gaugian magazine, you would probably find a review of it. I can’t be sure, but Model Railroader might have reviewed it or at least run a photo of it.
Thanks, have to check it out.
I had the same question.