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Post by thebigcrabcake on May 20, 2023 13:28:39 GMT
This is the Plated MTH version of the O Gauge Classic!
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Post by rockymountaineer on May 20, 2023 15:54:13 GMT
The plated finish is really exquisite -- which almost makes up for the fact that MTH "railsounds" aren't quite up to the level of depth and wow-factor as Lionel Legacy Railsounds. When multiple trains are running on a layout, the sounds tend to blend in with each other. But when we focus on an individual locomotive exclusively, the delta in sound quality between Lionel and MTH is still noticeable.
While I do tip my hat to Lionel for overall Railsounds quality from a technical point-of-view, MTH has much more realistic locomotive announcements and voice talent. Lionel's CrewTalk and TowerCom voice talent can sound a bit corny at times... like it's their first day on the job. The MTH Santa Fe announcements sound realistic to my ears... and seem typical of what MTH is providing in current-production locomotives.
At this point in the game, MTH’s plated offerings are far superior to any other products on the market to date — locomotives or rolling stock. And speaking of plated rolling stock, I believe the plated MTH cylindrical hoppers are due at dealers in a couple of weeks. Should be another eye-catching offering that won’t last long on dealer shelves.
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Post by phil55 on May 20, 2023 16:53:56 GMT
Beautiful locomotives!
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Post by Adam on May 20, 2023 17:36:33 GMT
Great video and review as always and what a classic and cool set!
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Post by david1 on May 20, 2023 17:57:01 GMT
Absolutely the best SF F3 set ever made. The paint and chrome accents are top notch.
Dave
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Post by josef on May 20, 2023 18:14:45 GMT
Excellent video. I'm a F3 fan of these engines and will say MTH got it right on these.
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Post by atsda on May 21, 2023 4:07:34 GMT
Emil, Well done video. An impressive power train, good sounds, especially the station announcement - sounds realistic. Alfred
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Post by dennym57 on May 21, 2023 13:36:50 GMT
My favorite road name and paint scheme. That is a beautiful set.
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Post by Country Joe on May 22, 2023 15:50:34 GMT
Thanks for another outstanding video, Emile. It was fun watching them run on your layout.
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Post by ptc2 on May 22, 2023 18:34:51 GMT
The MTH plated Santa Fe F units never leave the CIC Route. Best F units I own.
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Post by Bill on May 22, 2023 19:07:14 GMT
Really cool video! Thanks for sharing.
That high gloss red blew me away.
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Post by Traindiesel on May 23, 2023 3:06:40 GMT
Beautiful set,Emile! Thank you for sharing.
I didn’t get these only because I had a few Santa Fe F7 and F3 sets already. But I did get the Santa Fe plated PA ABA set with the matching plated passenger cars. They are fabulous!
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Post by thebigcrabcake on May 23, 2023 14:10:38 GMT
... I did get the Santa Fe plated PA ABA set with the matching plated passenger cars...
That's a beautiful set!
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Post by Traindiesel on May 23, 2023 19:19:02 GMT
... I did get the Santa Fe plated PA ABA set with the matching plated passenger cars...
That's a beautiful set!
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Post by thebigcrabcake on May 23, 2023 19:27:53 GMT
...I almost waited too long to buy the set. I found the locomotives and the ten car set through three different hobby shops.
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