Central Hobbies Announcements and Release Dates

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This is a partial list of product announcements. It is not a full list. There are too many products coming and not enough time to list all of them. If there is something that you are interested in that you don't see listed please contact us.

Unless otherwise noted items are HO scale. Please note that most of these dates are estimated US arrival dates. Arrival in Canada may be weeks to months later. Arrival dates from one Canadian Importer should be regarded as vague suggestions rather than firm arrival dates.

Athearn
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For a more complete listing of Athearn Announcements see: The Athearn Announcements Page

Atlas
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HO Scale PGE RS3s		July 2009
	Atlas has announced HO scale PGR Two-tone green with Map Herald RS3s. They show a US Price of $ 124.95. With our rapidly fluctuating dollar a firm Canadian price cannot be set. An ESTIMATE would be around $ 162.00 (with a 1.3 exchange rate). Two road numbers are being released: Pacific Great Eastern (Two-Tone Green/Black) Rd# 568 Pacific Great Eastern (Two-Tone Green/Black) Rd# 571 We will be stocking these models but a reservation will guarantee delivery.
HO Scale BC Hydro MP15DC		September 2009
	Atlas has announced HO scale BC Hydro MP15DC Locomotive. This will be available in DC and DCC w Sound versions. Three road numbers are being released: BC Hydro 151 BC Hydro 152 BC Hydro 153 The estimated MSRP for the DC versions is $ 179.95 Can$ (1.2 exchange rate) The estimated MSRP for the DCC w Sound versions is $ 311.95 Can$ (1.2 exchange rate). We will be stocking these models but a reservation will guarantee delivery.
N Scale C630s, BCR, CN & CP		September 2009
	Atlas has announced N Scale C630s in three road names: British Columbia Railway in the Two-Tone green with Dogwood herald paint scheme, Canadian Nation with the noodle and Canadian Pacific in Maroon & Grey Script. They will be available in DC and DCC versions. British Columbia Railway 701 DC and DCC British Columbia Railway 702 DC and DCC British Columbia Railway 704 DC only Canadian National 2002 Noodle - DC and DCC Canadian National 2010 Noodle - DC and DCC Canadian National 2016 Noodle - DC only Canadian Pacific 4500 M&G Script - DC and DCC Canadian Pacific 4502 DC and DCC Canadian Pacific 4505 DC only The estimated MSRP for the DC version is $ 138.55 Can$ The estimated MSRP for the DCC version is $ 176.35 Can$. We will be stocking these models but a reservation will guarantee delivery.
HO Scale RS3s and RSD4/5		August 2009
	Atlas has announced HO scale RS3s and RSD4/5s. They show a US Price of $ 124.95. With our rapidly fluctuating dollar a firm Canadian price cannot be set. An ESTIMATE would be around $ 149.95 (with a 1.2 exchange rate). RS3s Undecoratewd Rutland (Green/Yellow) 202 Rutland (Green/Yellow) 207 Delaware-Lackawanna (Black/Yellow) 4068 Delaware-Lackawanna (Black/Yellow) 4103 Delaware-Lackawanna (Black/Yellow) 4118 Lehigh & Hudson River (Dark Green/Yellow "Simplified") 3 Lehigh & Hudson River (Dark Green/Yellow "Simplified") 10 Louisville & Nashville (Green/Yellow) (ex-Rutland) 261 Louisville & Nashville (Green/Yellow) (ex-Rutland) 264 Piedmont & Northern (Black/Yellow) 1601 Piedmont & Northern (Black/Yellow) 1604 Seaboard Coast Line (Black/Yellow) (ex-P&N) 1252 Seaboard Coast Line (Black/Yellow) (ex-P&N) 1259 HO RSD-4/5 Locomotive - New Road Numbers! August 2009 Undecorated - Chicago & North Western (Green/Yellow) 1619 Chicago & North Western (Green/Yellow) 1620 Pennsylvania (Dark Green/Yellow) 8446 Pennsylvania (Dark Green/Yellow) 8448 Santa Fe (Blue/Yellow) 2100 Santa Fe (Blue/Yellow) 2106 Cotton Belt (Black/Silver "Black Widow") 271 Cotton Belt (Black/Silver "Black Widow") 272 Ferrocarril Del Pacifico (Green/Yellow) 807 Ferrocarril Del Pacifico (Green/Yellow) 818 We will be stocking some of these models but a reservation will guarantee delivery.

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Bachmann

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Digitrax
Duplex Radio		Shipping
	The June 15, 2009 Digi-Fax has details on the new throttles; DT402, DT402R and DT402D as well as the new Duplex Radio receiver: UR92. Delivery starts June 22, 2009. All new throttles handle functions up to 28 and have a new menu system to setup the throttle. The DT402 replaces the DT400. It is I/R equipped and works tethered or with the UR90/91/92 in I/R mode. MSRP $ 185.00 US$. The DT402R replaces the DT400R. It works in Simplex Radio mode with the Ur91. It will work in I/R mode with the UR90/91/92. MSRP $ 235.00 US$. The DT402D is the new Duplex Radio Throttle. It works in Duplex Radio mode with the new UR92 Duplex Radio Receiver. MSRP $ 250.00 US$. The UR92 is the new Duplex Radio Receiver. It handles the new DT402D Duplex Radio Throttles. It will also handle the Duplex Radio versions of the UT4 throttles when they are announced. MSRP $ 160.00 US$. There will be an upgrade program for existing DT400 throttles starting in September. Upgrade prices are from $ 25.00 US$ to $ 65.00 US$ depending on what you want done. NO throttles will be accepted for conversion until the program starts in September. Details on New Duplex Radio versions of the UT4 throttle will be announced later this year. The existing simplex radio system will continue to be available and will work along side of the new Duplex radio system.

BlackStone Models
.	Product	Date
D&RGW HON3 C-19 Locomotive		2010
	The announcement of the Blackstone Models HOn3 Locomotive was made at the National narrow Gauge Convention in Portland Oregon. D&RGW C-19 a 2-8-0 consolidation, D&RGW class C-19. The C-19 will include several well known early C-19's such as the 343, 345, 346, 347 and RGS 40! The C-19 will be available with or without sound, a variety of paint schemes and optional weathering. Part Numbers and ordering information will be distributed shortly. Introductory list price is $349 US$ without sound and $439 US$ with sound. Add $ 40.00 US$ for weathering.
D&RGW 800 Series Drop Bottom Gondola		Late 2009
	Announced at the 2008 National narrow Gauge Convention in Portland Oregon. D&RGW 800 Series Drop Bottom Gondolas The Blackstone Models Drop Bottom Gondolas are representative of the cars after the 1918 rebuild in which the coke racks were removed and an additional side board added, making them resemble their 700 Series counterparts and the way they appeared to the end of their service. Part Numbers and ordering information will be distributed shortly. Introductory MSRP on these cars is $48.95 US$ for non-weathered versions and $52.95 US$ for weathered versions.
D&RGW Class 5 Long Caboose		August 2009
	The first official announcement of the new Blackstone Models HOn3 D&RGW Class 5 Long caboose was made at the National narrow Gauge Convention in Portland Oregon. D&RGW Class 5 Long Caboose Blackstone Models Class 5 Caboose is representative of these cabooses numbered 0503, 0505, 0517, 0540, 0574 and a painted, unlettered version. Part Numbers and ordering information will be distributed shortly. Introductory MSRP on these cars is $74.95. US$.
Second Series D&RGW High Side HOn3 Gondolas		Summer 2009
	The second series of HOn3 D&RGW High Side Gondolas has been announced for delivery in Summer 2009. Full details on our Blackstone Models Page Gondolas section

InterMountain
.	Product	Date
NEW	CNR Fat Face SD40-2	2009
	InterMountain was showing samples of the N Scale CNR SD40-2 with wide cab at Supertrain in Calgary. Details as to price, delivery date and road numbers to come.

Kato
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Kaslo Shops
NEW Canadian Big Alcos	All Road names with the Correct Truck.	Unknown
	Kalso Shops is going to produce the Big Canadian Alcos with complete drives with the correct trucks. All road names and variations will be produced. Delivery Unknown. Est MSRP Unknown. More details to follow. Although we do not yet have firm details as to model numbers we will take advance orders for railroad specific models. No word yet as to whether a deposit will be required.
HL-XX and HN-XX	HO and N Scale HR616 CNR 2100 to 2119 Series.	Unknown
	This project is in the masters stage. Delivery Unknown. Details as to power chassis to be determined. Cast resin body with etched detail set.

Monte Vista Publishing
.	Product	Date
New Book	BC Rail The Early Years: June 1984 through 1987 by Brian A. Elchlepp & Jeff Ainsworth	Summer 2009
	This book will be Monte Vista Publishing's first all color Hard Bound Book. 9" tall x 12" wide Landscape The photo sizes are double the previous size, now 11.5" x 7.00" full color photos, with loco info and detailed captions. This first volume begins coverage in June 1984 and continues through 1987. Estimated MSRP - $ 75.00 US$ We will have a good stock of this book as soon as it is released. We are taking reservations for those who want to be notified as soon as it arrives.

Rapido Trains
.	Product	Date
HO Scale CPR Angus Shops Wide Vision Caboose		Fall 2009
Announced February 12, 2009 - Delivery shown as Fall 2009. MSRP $ 59.95 Can$. (Image from Rapido Trains) The CPR Angus Shops Wide Vision Caboose. CP Rail - twelve road numbers Algoma Central - four road numbers. Burlington Northern - six road numbers. Chessie System(CSX) - six road numbers. Cotton Belt - six road numbers. CSX 'Safety First' - Rd# 21195 Great Northern (Red) - six road numbers. Milwaukee Road - six road numbers. Northern Pacific - six road numbers Ontario Northland - eight road numbers Rock Island - six road numbers Santa Fe - six road numbers Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo - four road numbers Undecorated - whatever number you wish. Details at: Rapido Trains Angus Shops Caboose We will have store stock. Advance Orders are suggested if you want a particular road number. All images from Rapido Trains.
HO Scale CPR Canadian		2010
Announced November 2008 - Delivery shown as 2010. MSRP $ 1499.95 Can$. (Image from Rapido Trains) The CPR Canadian, 10 car train with FP9 locomotives. Seven consists Consist One - CPR Maroon (Block lettering on Locomotives) FP9A 1406 & 1407 plus F9B 1900 Baggage-Dormitory 3017; Coach 111; Coach 120; Skyline 515; Diner Louise; Chateau Argenson; Chateau Rigaud; Amherst Manor; Douglas Manor; Yoho Park Consist Two - CPR Maroon (Block lettering on locomotives) FP9A 1410 & 1413 plus F9B 1901 Baggage-Dormitory 3008; Coach 105; Coach 119; Skyline 504; Diner Princess; Chateau Roberval; Chateau Lauzon; Grant Manor; Stuart Manor; Banff Park Consist Three - CPR Maroon (Script lettering on locomotives) FP9A 1408 & 1409 plus F9B 1903 Baggage-Dormitory 3000; Coach 103; Coach 117; Skyline 512; Diner Kent; Chateau Montcalm; Chateau Iberville; Thompson Manor; Dufferin Manor; Algonquin Park Consist Four - CP Rail Lettering - FP9A 1411 & 1412 plus F9B 4476 Baggage-Dormitory 602; Coach 108; Coach 123; Skyline 506; Diner Emerald; Chateau Salaberry; Chateau Dollard; Cornwall Manor; Burton Manor; Assiniboine Park Consist Five - VIA Rail Canada (early) - FP9A 1406 & 1413 plus F9B 1962 - Baggage-Dormitory 605; Coach 102; Coach 113; Skyline 501; Diner Alexandra; Chateau Maisonneuve; Chateau Levis; Cabot Manor; Mackenzie Manor; Evangeline Park. Consist Six - VIA Rail Canada (late) - FP9A 1405 & 1414 plus F9B 1965 - Baggage-Dormitory 610; Coach 116; Coach 127; Skyline 516; Diner York; Chateau Bienville; Chateau Lasalle; Bell Manor; Wolfe Manor; Riding Mountain Park Consist Seven - CP Rail w/ 8" Stripes FP9A 1406 & 1413 plus F9B 1962 - Baggage-Dormitory 602; Coach 108; Coach 123; Skyline 506; Diner Emerald; Chateau Salaberry; Chateau Dollard; Cornwall Manor; Burton Manor; Assiniboine Park Production is limited to a combined total of 2000 sets. We will have a set or two for store stock. It you want one (or more) of the consists Advance Orders are suggested.
HO Scale Odd-ball Cars		Mid 2009
Announced September 2008 - Delivery shown as mid 2009. MSRP $ 64.95 Odd ball Cars announced by Rapido Trains. Burlington Northern Executive Scheme - "Dayniter" Leg-Rest Coach, Duplex Sleeper, Cafe-Bar-Lounge, 10-5 Sleeper and Baggage (Six different car numbers in total - a complete executive train!) CN 1960 Experimental Paint Scheme - Lightweight Coach and Baggage Car. CN Silver Baggage Car Canadian Pacific Lightweight Coaches - Eight different numbers. Of course these are not correct but they look good. Central of Georgia "Dayniter" Leg-Rest Coaches Chicago and North Western (Simplified) - "Dayniter" Leg-Rest Coaches, Duplex Sleepers and Cafe-Bar-Lounge cars. Multiple car numbers. CB&Q Shadownlined Baggage Cars - Used on the California Zephyr and elsewhere. Illinois Central "Dayniter" Leg-Rest Coaches and Duplex Sleepers Milwaukee Road Duplex Sleepers Milwaukee Road Duplex Sleepers - 1955 Union Pacific paint scheme. Missouri Pacific Jenks Blue "Dayniter" Leg-Rest Coaches - Six cars Ontario Northland Cafe-Bar-Lounge Cars - Two numbers. Southern Railway "Dayniter" Leg-Rest Coaches Texas & Pacific "Dayniter" Leg-Rest Coaches - Five more car numbers. Union Pacific "Dayniter" Leg-Rest Coaches and Duplex Sleepers - New car names and numbers. VIA "Grey Ghost" Coaches - VIA introduced this scheme in 1980 and quickly removed it a few months later. VIA "Glen Fraser" Lounge Car VIA-CN Coaches and Duplex Sleepers Names, Road numbers and part numbers to follow. As always advance orders are being accepted to guarantee delivery of the cars you want.
N Scale Lightweight Coaches		Mid 2009
Announced June 2008 - Delivery shown as mid 2009. MSRP $ 47.95. Multiple Road Numbers for - Via Rail Canada, Amtrak (Phase I), Baltimore & Ohio, CNR (1954 Scheme), CN (noodle), Chicago & North Western, Erie-Lackawana, Great Northern, Milwaukee Road, New york Central, Northern Pacific, Pennsylvania, Southern Pacific, Union Pacific and two types of Undecorated. Details at: N Scale Light Weight Coaches
N Scale Duplex Sleepers		Mid 2009
Announced June 2008 - Delivery shown as 1st Q 2009, so mid 2009.SRP $ 47.95. Multiple Road Names/Numbers for - Via Rail Canada, Amtrak (Phase I), Baltimore & Ohio, CNR (1954 Scheme), CN (noodle), Chicago & North Western, Erie-Lackawana, Great Northern, Milwaukee Road, New york Central, Northern Pacific, Pennsylvania, Southern Pacific, Union Pacific and two types of Undecorated. Details at: N Scale Duplex Sleepers
73' 6" Smooth-Side Baggage-Express Car Third Run		2009
	MSRP - $ 59.95 Algoma Central, Burlington Northern (Green), Canadian National (Green), Canadian Pacific, Central of Georgia, Chesapeake & Ohio, Delaware & Hudson (Two-Tone Gray), Lackawanna, Grand Trunk Western, Great Northern (Big Sky Blue), Milwaukee Road (UP Colors), Missouri Pacific (Eagle), New York Central (Gray), Ontario Northland (Green). Details at: Rapido Trains Baggage Cars
Steam Generator Cars First Run		August 2009
	MSRP - $ 59.95 Via Rail Canada, VIA (CN Paint), Amtrak Phase I, Canadian National (1954 Scheme), Canadian National (Wet Noodle), Chesapeake & Ohio, Great Northern, Milwaukee Road (UP Scheme), Missouri Pacific (Jenks blue), New York Central, Northern Pacific, Pennsylvania Railroad, Santa Fe, Union Pacific, Undecorated. Details at: Rapido Trains Steam Generators
LRC Locomotive		2010
LRC Coaches		Late 2009

SoundTraxx
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Steam Powered Video
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Rail Atlas for Western Canada		In stock Now
Following on their excellent series of Atlases on the US railway system (16 Volumes) comes their first Full Atlas on Canadian Railways. Western Canada is out now. Further volumes (Central Canada, Ontario, Quebec & Labrador) to come. Ontario is the next Atlas. Coming Soon.

True Line Trains
.	Product	Date
CNR 5 Axle C-Line B Units with Sound.		2009 ??
	June 24, 2008 Announcement. Delivery - not announced but not before 2009.. Estimated MSRP $ 375.00. CNR 1954 Scheme - six road numbers: 6800 thru 6805. CNR Sergeant Stripes - six road numbers: 6800 thru 6805.
NEW CNR U-2-g Northern		Unknown
	September 2007 Announcement. Delivery - No Delivery date shown but expect 2009. Estimated MSRP - No price given but rumored to be $ 1100.00 or higher. Canadian National U-2-g Northern, 10 different road numbers, details and painting specific to that road number. A short production run of all ten models (100 each). As this announcement is very short on important specifics (Price and projected delivery date) we may require a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit. Please contact us if you are interested in this model.

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Walthers
NEW HO Scale Milwaukee Road Hiawatha, 13 cars, E7 A Diesels (with and without sound) in UP Paint Scheme. More Passenger Car Details, Details on the Structures		2008-2009
NEW HO Scale New York Central 20th Century Limited Train, 9 cars, E7 A and B Diesels (with and without sound).		2008 - 2009
	September 2008 Announcement. Delivery - Dec 2008 to August 2009. Reservations will be accepted until December 15, 2008 for this series. Two sets of EMD E7 A/B set with Sound and DCC Two different EMD E7 A Units with Sound and DCC Two sets of EMD E7 A/B set Standard DC Two different EMD E7 A units Standard DC 4-4-2 Sleeper, Bridge Series - Delivery December 2008. 22-Roomette Sleeper, Bay Series - Delivery January 2009 10-6 Sleeper, River Series - Delivery February 2009 12 Double Bedroom Sleeper, Port Series - Delivery March 2009 Full Length Dining Car, Rd# 400-03 - Delivery April 2009 Kitchen-Dormitory, Rd# #474-75 - Delivery May 2009 Club-Lounge, Shore Series - Delivery June 2009 60' Full RPO, Rd# #5017-20 - Delivery July 2009 5 Double Bedroom Buffet-Lounge-Observation, Creek Series - Delivery August 2009 and undecorated versions of all of the above. More Passenger Car Details

Updated June 20, 2009

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