What happened to the Spectrum 2-8-0 Undec?

[Steam is King]

Hey Y'all,

What happened to the Spectrum Undec 2-8-0, 11410 or the DCC verison? Will it no longer be available? I didn't even see it as part of the Standard Line.

[jonathan]

S.i.K.:

I went to a train show in late August.  There were a number of undec Connies for sale (all DCC Spectrums).  Perhaps the market is flooded with undecorated 2-8-0's right now.  I believe that's why they ceased production of tenders for a while (too many out there).

That's just a guess based on one observation.  When I hit Timonium in October, I'll keep an eye out for Connies.  Just 'cause I'm curious...

Regards,

Jonathan

[richg]

I suspect you did not search very much.
I found sound and non-sound versions for sale right now.
Do a more thorough Google search. They are out there.
One result was the 2-8-0 with DCC sound for $150.00.

Rich

[ABC]

I think he was talking about on the Bachmann website under products.

[Pacific Northern]

The 2010 Bachmann catalog does not have either listed as well as the product section on this web page.

This model, the undecorated 2-8-0 with DCC or DCC ready seems to be available still at many hobby shops and if you browse E-Bay you will often find them as well.

I am surprised that Bachmann decided, for now, not to include the undecorated 2-8-0 version in their current product line.

I was lucky, I picked up a couple with and without sound recently. Can never have too many of these engines.

[the Bach-man]

Dear All,
The 2-8-0 was moved into the Standard Line to provide the hobby with a reasonably priced high quality steam loco.
Although we don't have painted unlettered locos in the Standard Line as a rule, I'll pass along your interest.
Have fun!
the Bach-man