#Bachmann trains

[kcvulpinestudios]

Unusual Model Train Sets

A long time ago in 2020, I did a thread on Twitter of unusual model train sets. Mainly to showcase some that don't seem real, but are/were. Here's a selection of such trains.

I pity the fool who doesn't have this set.

It's more than meats the eye.

Our secret weapon in defeating Cobra.

I don't see a correlation between Rambo and trains to warrant this set.

Of course. When I think of a hit comedy show about medical personnel during the Korean War, I think a train set would make sense given the context. (Friend of mine said the following:

Though my point still stands just from the episodes I've seen.)

This has the best '80s aesthetic I've seen for a train set.

As someone who launched Hot Wheel cars in front or over trains, I legit think this concept is fun.

Speaking of Hot Wheels...

As someone who still has this set, I can tell you that while it's fun, it's not compatible with HO tracks. A real bummer if you ask me.

I have a soft spot for train sets based on tractor brands (I have relatives who live in Eastern Washington who collect old tractors). The only unusual thing I could find is when they are a passenger set.

Which makes no sense considering what the IP is.

I don't see the connection between auto parts and trains, but the Photoshopped image on the box is cool.

Again, don't see much of a connection, in this case of NASCAR sets. However, if your train is taking a left hand turn every time it goes around the track then it makes sense (I guess). And that is the list of unusual train sets I could find for this post. This is not meant to say they're dumb. I actually find sets like these quite entertaining and fascinating, particularly the TYCO sets of Rambo, GI Joe, A-Team, and Transformers just for how niché they were. And these came out around the time Shining Time Station premiered.

If you know any others, please reblog with the train set that you find unusual or barely has any connection to trains.

[pxmun]

Here's my HO layout again.

I moved it to a different location in my room.

Still need to get the connector cables.

All of my stock is in this pic

1x Bachmann Gordon

1x Bachmann TTTE Rolling Stock coach

1x Unknown old oil tanker (From the antique shop)

1x AHM Cab Forward

1x Athann Great Northern coach

1x Athann Canadian National coach

Gordon will be the testing engine for this track because if something does go wrong it's likely easier to replace a Bachmann Gordon then an HO Cab Forward, sorry Gord 😢

If everything runs well, I'll run a test with Gordon and the Bachmann coach and if that goes well I'll give the Cab Forward a test run.

As for layout bit by bit I am hoping to have the first layout look like my state's state fair.

[railwayseriesbookcast]

Ever wanted almost 2 hours of 5 idiots discussing Bachmann Thomas and Friends? Well here it is! Bachmann Roundtable Episode 3 is out now!

[sirenofshadow]

Been slowly buying up Hornby and Bachmann Thomas items for the WiP layout, here’s all I’ve got so far! I’m still looking for the other engines and stock characters so if anyone is interested in parting with something please let me know!

[bricktsar]

New N Scale Toad the Brake Van Bachmann Trains

new for 2023 Toad the Brake Van

[pyro-hairedguy]

Expanded the fleet over the past week. My Rapido U25B (803) arrived Saturday, and today a Kato U25B (815), GP38AC (645), and GP35 (726) arrived.

SLSF 815 needs a decoder before I can do a good cross comparison between Bowser/Stewart (825), Rapido, and Kato builds. SLSF 699 needs a whole install, plus both GP38s need Gyralights added. SLSF 724 needs a replacement decoder and detailing on the nose fixed.

I already have enough dcc equipped units to complete one of Frisco's absurd lashups, but it'll be great to have the 4 pack of GP units running together once they're all done.

[the-time-lord-oracle]

ERTL and Bachmann Gordons. These, and the Hornby model, are probably the best Gordon models available in the West, as they actually get his wheel arrangement correct!

[trainsgenderfoxgirl2816]

Pennsylvania Railroad GG1

[ironirma103]

[kcvulpinestudios]

Since y’all liked the previous model train video, here’s another one for your enjoyment.

[pxmun]

The EZ Bachmann track arrived today!

All I need now is one of the old Bachmann transformers and everything should be good to go!

[jacktheoh]

Bachmann Branchline Mk2 DBSO acquired

[sirenofshadow]

Slowing buying up Hornby and Bachmann Thomas rolling stock, had a huge batch arrive from a pal, she's a goodun c:

[snoozeandstudysounds]

Trains 4k

4k clips of trains passing with background music.

[the-time-lord-oracle]

Hornby and Bachmann Spencers compared. Sorry Bachmann, but Hornby's model wins hands down! Just a pity that Hornby's model was only ever available in limited production runs.