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Title: Spectrum Range???
Post by: rogertra on December 28, 2016, 09:54:09 PM
Mr. B.

Why are questions about the future of the Spectrum range of steam locomotives, among the finest and best detailed steam ever produced in rtr plastic, not permitted on the forum and are regularly deleted?

My steam fleet consists mainly of Spectrum steam and I have little interest in less detailed engines.

Cheers

Roger T.

Title: Re: Spectrum Range???
Post by: Trainman203 on December 28, 2016, 10:10:34 PM
I for one miss them, even though I have all I will ever need.  The detail level equals brass but the big difference is that Spectrum steam engines , unlike brass, run great and with CV tweaking can be made to crawl as slowly as the prototypes. 
Title: Re: Spectrum Range???
Post by: WoundedBear on December 28, 2016, 10:13:13 PM
I have a strong urge to say something sarcastic here.......but I'll bite my tongue and wait for the official response.

Sid
Title: Re: Spectrum Range???
Post by: James in FL on December 28, 2016, 10:27:52 PM
QuoteI have a strong urge to say something sarcastic here.......but I'll bite my tongue and wait for the official response.

;)
Title: Re: Spectrum Range???
Post by: rogertra on December 29, 2016, 02:12:07 AM
Both the USRA light 4-6-2 and the 2-8-2 would have been candidates for purchase, at least two of each but as they are not Spectrum, I'm afraid they are no longer candidates.

Yes, I do have two of the DCC Sound Value 2-6-0s but only because I needed two smaller engines for branch passenger service and adding detail to small engines is not a major challenge.   And yes, they run nicely.

Cheers

Roger T.
Title: Re: Spectrum Range???
Post by: Bucksco on December 29, 2016, 11:56:31 AM
Basically because it is repetitive......
Bachmann has answered the question numerous times and makes business decisions based on current economic trends in the model train market.
We like making trains for you and continually strive to make a better product that is affordable and easy to service.
We note your feelings and concerns.