Class J 4-8-4

[cmsluss]

I noticed on the Bachmann "online store" page, the HO scale N&W Class J 4-8-4 has been discontinued.
I have one of the Bachmann Plus split frame Class J's manufactured prior to Bachmann moving that model to the Spectrum line.
Though I haven't operated the Spectrum model, my feeling was the new Class J was superior to the Plus model, and it had found a niche in the market.

I see Bachmann is "re-tooling" some of the locomotives in the steam line.  Is this the case with the Class J or will it now be available only in the N scale version?
I have one of the N scale Class J's and it is definitely a better performer than the HO Bachmann "Plus" unit.

Happy railroading!

[the Bach-man]

Dear CM,
Nothing goes away forever. 
We'll see...
the Bach-man

[ZeldaTheSwordsman]

You could also purchase an aftermarket motor to replace the original with.

[cmsluss]

I'll be anxious to see if the Class J 4-8-4 is one of the "re-tooled" steamers in the HO line.

Thanks much for the replies!