New Bachmann Starter Sets?!

[calenelson]

as shown here:
http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXWXP9&P=7

Mr. Bach-Man-

Will these be promoted as a "Spectrum" set or a "Big Hauler"?

Can you let us know what you expect will be in the box, that isn't shown in the picture?


Either way, I believe this is one of the smartest things I've seen Bachmann do in a While!  And at a nice price point!



This little guy is there as well!



edit:not sure why the pics are not showing?

[Loco Bill Canelos]

Since the Davenports are not Spectrum but rather part of the standard line, I don't think they will ever be promoted as part of the Spectrum line even though they are 1:20.3.   The set will have 14 pieces of track,  power pack and speed controller, and DVD instructions.

[Loco Bill Canelos]

Forgot to mention that these sets are in the 2009 Bachmann Catalog.

90070 has the Davenport and 4 ore cars as shown

90071 has the Davenport 2 skeleton log cars and the logging caboose

Both sets are painted undecorated

[calenelson]

Thanks for clearing that up Bill!

I was under the impression, maybe from one of the dealers, that the Davenport was touted as a Fn3 Spectrum offering....

cale

[Loco Bill Canelos]

No problem Cale!   

Those sets are sure to be great sellers, I couldn't agree with you more on that!

When they hit the street I suspect that St Aubins & Trainworld will probably be even lower than Tower Hobbies price.   

Just for the fun of it I checked the trainworld price, they are advertizing either one for $159.99.   Fantastic price!!   

I think I will pre order at those prices!!  Only question is how many!!!

Cheers

[calenelson]

Like getting the cars for free?!