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New & Noteworthy..........................2-3 Bachmann Train Sets................................4 N Scale Model Railroading.....................5

Arcadia Books............................................6 Train Books.................................................7 Train DVDs..................................................8 Rail Art.........................................................9 Encyclopedias......................................10 Steam Locomotives...............................11 Diesel Locomotives................................12 Freight Cars..............................................13

Mining....................................................14 Great Lakes / Disasters...........................15 Military: Vehicles....................................16 Military: “Support Our Troops”.............17 Circus / World’s Fair.................................18 Agriculture...........................................19

Railroad T-Shirts.....................................20 Jigsaw Puzzles.........................................21

Figures / Structures.................................22 Accessories........................................23 HO Scale Vehicles.............................24-25 Green Frog Sale DVDs..............26-27

New & Noteworthy.....................28-29 1920s-30s..............................................30 1940s-50s.............................................31 1960s-70s................................................32 Sale-Priced Books...................................33 Family Car Models..................................34 Muscle Car Models.................................35 Automobile Kits......................................36 Diorama Figures......................................37 Racing..................................................38 Hot Rods & Drags...................................39 Motorcycles.........................................40 Route 66 / National Parks......................41 Gas Stations / Coca-Cola.......................42 Trucks.....................................................43

Arcadia Books..........................................44 Stock Certi cates....................................45 Hollywood............................................46 Music.....................................................47 Nostalgia............................................48-51 Patriotic................................................52 Railroad Gifts...........................................53 Hollywood Movies.................................54 New & Noteworthy.....................55-56

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On the cover of this catalog, and also right here on page 2, is a metal sign depicting the beautiful New York Central Railroad Art Deco express passenger train, the 20th Century Limited. It ran between Grand Central Terminal in New York City and LaSalle Street Station in Chicago from 1902 to 1967, o en in times much faster than any other railroad. In 1938, NYC commissioned industrial designer Henry Dreyfuss to design a streamlined Art Deco train set for the 20th Century Limited, with the result pictured here and on the cover. If you’re looking for more merchandise celebrating New York Central, we’re o ering a replica of the 20th Century Limited, and a stylish NYC cap right here on page 2. We also have a great collection of railroad t-shirts on page 20, and an assortment of patriotic items on page 52. So, ip through and choose your favorites! en call us toll free at 800-261-5922, mail in the order form provided, or place your order online at HistoricRail.com. anks for shopping with us! –Greg Herrick

New York Central Cap

This black, 100% cotton twill cap has an adjustable rear strap. #R08734

$16.95

On the Cover: h20th Century Limited 1938 Metal Sign 1938 Metal Sign Made of heavy-gauge steel, this sign includes steel, this sign includes mounting holes for an mounting holes for an easy display. 18"x easy display. 18"x12". #402248 $27.95

Made in the USA.

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20th Century Limited J3a Dreyfuss Hudson Steam Locomotive

In 1938, industrial designer Henry Dreyfuss was commissioned by New York Central to design streamlined locomotives in the Art Deco style for their 20th Century Limited passenger train. Replicating the NYC J3a Dreyfuss Hudson #5450, this HO scale model features Paragon4 sound and control system, precision drive mechanism for smooth operation, LED white headlight and rear light, brass locomotive and tender with die cast chassis, metal couplers, separately-applied detail pieces, and engineer and reman gures. 12" long. #410283 $849.95

About Our Models... Unless otherwise noted, all of the HO scale locomotive models in this catalog feature a nely molded body, glazed windows, a powerful motor, a die cast chassis, RP25 metal wheels, magnetically operated knuckle couplers, and arrive ready to run. Typically, most N scale rolling stock models come with plastic wheels. A nal reminder: products in this catalog are not toys; they are intended for modelers and railfans ages 14 and above.

If, in the catalog, you see one of these badges, it means that the loco next to it has built-in DCC or DCC & sound! Unless otherwise noted, if a product is “DCC-equipped,” it works on standard DC or DCC systems.

Bachmann

DCC – Equipped for speed, direction, and lighting. DCC Sound Value – Equipped for speed, direction, lighting, and 6 standard sounds. DCC & Sound – (Bachmann Spectrum) – Equipped for speed, direction, lighting, and sounds, including engine startup and shutdown, bell, air horn, coupler crash, dynamic brakes and brake squeal, radiator fans, and more.

Athearn Genesis

DCC – Equipped for speed, direction, and lighting. DCC & Sound – Equipped for speed, direction, lighting, and 19 sounds such as horn, bell, coupler crash, dynamic brakes and brake squeal, and air release.

Broadway Limited Paragon4

DCC & Sound – Equipped with the ThunderTM radio transmitter, it is compatible with the Rolling ThunderTM receiver box and powered subwoofer. Designed for speed, direction, and lighting, it features sounds such as engine chu , whistles, bell, reverse mechanism shift and creak, passenger station, and more; recordable DCC operation; and pu ng smoke (steam locomotives).

Other Brands

Lionel 1935 Catalog Cover Metal Sign

This nostalgic sign features the cover of a 1935 Lionel catalog in which Junior shows o his model train just like the one Dad runs. Includes mounting holes. 16"x12½". #409538 $19.95

40' Steel Reefers

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Replicating A steel reefers used for refrigeration between 1940 and 1960, these HO scale models feature bodymounted couplers and added weight for smooth operation. 5½" long.

$29.95 each A: NRC #410417 B: SLRX #410418 C: ART #410421 D: DICX #410422

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This is just a sampling of the hundreds of new items in this issue of Historic Rail & Roads. Find more throughout the catalog!

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American Short Lines and Regionals

America has more than 500 short line railroads from coast to coast, many with antique locomotives and their own eccentricities. In this lm, you’ll visit interesting short lines such as: Iowa Traction, America’s last electric freight line; SMS Rail Lines with their large collection of running Baldwin diesels; Rock Island; Reading & Northern; Everett Railroad; Wisconsin & Southern; and many more. 1 hr. 30 min. #410474 $24.95

A

SAVE 20%

S-3 Diesel Locomotives

B

Replicating the ALCO RS-3 diesel locomotive road switchers produced in the 1950s, these HO scale models feature DCC sound value, precision graphics, dual-mode decoder, die cast frames, body-mounted couplers, and all-wheel drive. 8" long. Reg: $349.95 $279.95 each See Page 13 for More Freight Cars!

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A: Pennsylvania Railroad #410570 B: New Haven #410572

SAVE $200

Hand-Signed by the Artist!

e Master of Rail Art

Larry Fisher. Legendary railroad artist Larry Fisher has collected some of his most recognizable work – more than 100 stunning images of trains throughout American history Arrives in a Commemorative Box! into this one exciting volume! Only 1,000 of these limited ediinto this one exciting volume! Only 1,000 of these limited edition books have been printed and, best of all, each comes persontion books have been printed and, best of all, each comes personally signed and numbered by Fisher himself, accompanied by a ally signed and numbered by Fisher himself, accompanied by a certi cate of authenticity! In addition to the striking color artwork, certi cate of authenticity! In addition to the striking color artwork, the unique images also feature a detailed historical background explaining the train’s significance and context. Finally, this volume explaining the train’s significance and context. Finally, this volume arrives in an elegantly-crafted commemorative box – perfect for preservation or display – making it a rare, must-have collectible for preservation or display – making it a rare, must-have collectible for any enthusiastic railfan! 224 pages, 100+ color images, 15"x10½", hardcover. #R77563 Reg: $495 $295

40' AAR 1944 Boxcars

Modeled after the AAR standard boxcar design from 1944 that was used into the A 1980s, these limited edition, HO scale replicas feature 4-4 dreadnaught ends, Murphy panel roofs, and body-mounted couplers. 5½" long. $29.95 each A: Santa Fe #410430 B: Illinois Central #410432 C: Kansas City Southern #410433 D: New York Central #410434 E: Northern Paci c #410435

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Union Paci c Heavy Diesel T-Shirt Let people know you’re no railroad See Page 20 for More Railroad T-Shirts! lightweight! This 100% cotton, light gray t-shirt displays one of UP’s newest diesels, the SD70AH-T4, a “Heavy” Tier 4 diesel. #410510 M, L, XL: $19.95 2XL, 3XL: $21.95