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- From: johnh@borland.com (John Haskey)
- Subject: Re: Info about G Scale
- Message-ID: <1992Nov15.233944.7464@borland.com>
- Originator: johnh@genghis.borland.com
- Keywords: G Scale, Bachman
- Sender: news@borland.com (News Admin)
- Organization: Borland International
- References: <1992Nov13.165125.17153@b30.ingr.com>
- Date: Sun, 15 Nov 1992 23:39:44 GMT
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- IMNSHO Bachman track should be avoided like the plague. If you don't want
- to spend big bucks on LGB track, check out the REA track. REA makes very
- decent track and is usually cheaper than LGB. The Bachman track will do
- nothing but disappoint you.
-
- On the other hand, the Bachman Loco's and rolling stock are a very economical
- way to get into G-scale railroading. Their loco's are noisier than their LGB
- counterparts but consider this: a Bachman 4-6-0 can be had for as little as
- $80 mail-order and it comes with lights, smoke, & sound. A similiar LGB loco
- will cost over $500. Granted, the LGB loco will probably last a lifetime but
- for someone getting started the Bachman loco represents a good value. Make
- sure you avoid the Bachman battery powered remote controlled loco's though.
- I have friends who have been less than thrilled with them. Bachman's rolling
- stock is serviceable out of the box and, as others have mentioned, can be
- vastly improved by replacing the trucks and couplers. Their kits have great
- potential for kitbashing, etc.
-
- I personally own both Bachman and LGB and don't regret purchasing either
- brand. If you're rich and have disposable income, by all means go out and
- get that LGB starter set, a few hundred feet of LGB track, and lots of cars
- and loco's. On the other hand you could start with a loop of REA track, a
- MRC throttle, and a Bachman train and be well on your way as well. I think
- the hobby shop owner would probably help you a bit more if you came in
- looking at this kind of a purchase... Just my opinion...
-
- ---john.
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- My opinions are my own but I'll gladly share them with you!
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