HOn3 Scale C-19 Locomotive w/DCC & Sound - D&RGW #347 (Green Boiler) - B310203-S

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This is a brand new Blackstone Models " HOn3" Scale C-19 Class 2-8-0 Narrow Gauge Steam Locomotive with Tsunami DCC & Sound in the Denver & Rio Grande Western - Royal Gorge Herald (Green Boiler) Paint Scheme. The road number is 347 (Item #B310203-S) . Model features Die-cast Chassis & Factory paint. This model is ready-to-run. A Little C-19 HistoryFrom the late 1870s onward, the 2-8-0 wheel arrangement was no stranger to the narrow gauge Denver and Rio Grande Railway. However, one class of consolidation has the distinction of being the most powerful of all the 2-8-0s that were ordered from Baldwin Locomotive Works.In the summer of 1881, twelve heavier consolidations arrived on the D&RG amidst a larger number of very similar, yet less powerful 2-8-0s. Numbered from 400 to 411 and designated as Class 70 (for approximately 70,000 pounds of weight), these locomotives found immediate use filling the power needs of the narrow gauge mainline from Salida to Gunnison via Marshall Pass. After faithfully serving the old Gunnison Division for a spell, five of these Class 70 engines were converted to standard gauge for use on wider rails in the 1890’s. These locomotives were converted back to narrow gauge by the turn of the century with a slight juxtaposition of their original road numbers. They continued to serve the railroad in various locations along the thriving narrow gauge. Around 1914, the Class 70 locomotives were fitted with new steel boilers in keeping with new laws enacted by the Interstate Commerce Commission concerning boiler safety. Along with these rebuilds came the appearance of longer, extended smokeboxes, electric headlights, and straight “shotgun” style smokestacks. This is the basic appearance that these venerable consolidations maintained for the rest of their service days. The D&RG re-organized as the Denver and Rio Grande Western in 1921, and in 1924 many locomotives were re-numbered in a motive power reclassification effort of the railroad. At this time, these ten remaining Class 70 engines became numbers 340-349 and were given a new designation of Class C-19.D&RGW No. 347While D&RGW C-19 347 may be a lesser-known road number in our new consolidation offerings, its unique detailing may ultimately prove to make it one of the most popular! Born in 1881 and christened as road number 407 ("Old Rube"), this 2-8-0 went to work alongside the rest of her class out of Salida and over Marshall Pass. After the arrival of the 2-8-2 "Mudhens", the 407 was no doubt relegated more often to the mainline from Gunnison west to the Black Canyon and the branch lines along with many other consolidations. The 407 was re-numbered to 347 in 1924. We are proud to offer the 347 in the Royal Gorge herald of the 1920’s and 30's in both the green boiler with aluminum bronze lettering (sharp!) as well as the classic black boiler with white lettering. With its box headlight, one-of a-kind steam dome rings (fluted top with round bottom), earlier large dynamo, and separately applied pilot toolbox, the 347 will be an attractive addition to your fleet of hardworking 2-8-0s! Features:Fluted sand dome, unique "semi-fluted steam domeBox style electric headlightEarly style dynamoTwo 9 ½ - inch single stage compressorsRoad style pilotPrototypical running board arrangementAvailable with green boiler and aluminum bronze lettering or black boiler and white letteringRoyal Gorge Route Herald A great addition for any "HOn3" scale enthusiast, and makes a wonderful gift! Payments must be received within 7 calendar days of auction close. We process auctions, purchases and ship Monday through Friday ( excluding holidays) Shipment can be expected within 24 hours of PayPal or Credit Card payment confirmation (Monday - Friday). International Buyers - Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.Please check with your ... read more

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