I keep going to the Bachmann website to order the Anniversary Vans HO scale 77419 and 77420 but it still says Coming Soon.

I kave a nearly new DCC 4-6-2 Steam Locomotive with sound. When it powers up, the sound is a loud scream that only stops when track power is cut or the mute button is pushed.

How do I fix this?

When you reset your locomotive, you probably deleted the sound files.  Reinstall.

Years ago, I ordered four or five pilots for the decapod that also work on the 63 inch driver ten Wheeler.  Never been sorry I did.

That thought crossed my mind but I needed time to digest another additional $11.25 for shipping charges....

I really think Railway infrastructure is a good way to go . Especially now that we have the human figures . As for some new buildings that would either be a snap together or plastic or whatever. I suggest a coal hopper fuel depot. Possibly a carriage shed or Sodor shipping co building . Maybe some cargo just for the background like some barrels. Or what about a boat or more cranes .
But those are just kind of my ideas I don't know if all of them would be feasible if any of them could be . I think when it comes in terms to buildings they could just bring back what they had at one point . Maybe make them all universally fit on one platform type that you sell separately to reduce cost.

Any update on when this item will ship. I saw the photo of an unpainted unit a few weeks ago. Thanks.

Why didn't you get 2 while you could?  They're going to go out of stock and you're going to wish you had.

The latest chassis would not have the drum or the long brass strips because the new electronics uses an optical sensor.  on some of my older chassis chuff was spotty, and when I opened them up I found that crud on the drum was preventing good contact.  A good cleaning took care of the problem.  The optical sensor should be much more reliable. 

wraujr,  All well and good, but remember the purpose of my ID descriptions are to be able to identify what the item is from visible features.  I started the the chassis identification list many years ago so that fellow hobbyists would be able to understand what they were getting when buying on ebay or at a train show.  Many sellers do not even know what they have.

In all cases my chassis id descriptions indicate the electronics inside by observing the visible features without having to open up the item to find out.  I believe that they currently do that, but I am open to nuances just the same.  One of the reasons the electronics board in the Standard line 4-6-0. does not have a an output to the rear headlight is because the Standard line 4-6-0's never had an operating rear headlight. 

When I look at the two chassis in the Bachmann Catalog  (links below)  I can't be sure they have the new swing or drawbar style front truck, so I am reluctant to add electronics to the description of the V5B chassis. Bachmann does not make it easier  with their poor description of many of the catalog items.

https://estore.bachmanntrains.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=69_671_669&products_id=4094

https://estore.bachmanntrains.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=69_671_669&products_id=12182

Having said all that you are correct in saying that the original V5 chassis are sold out. All the new chassis being sold on the Bachmann site seem to be V5B.  My V5B chassis id includes the newer drawbar front truck. You are also correct in saying that electronics changes are important on the Standard 4-6-0.  I appreciate your input.



Over the years I have been burned more than once about one of my description of Bachmann locos and rolling stock.  Because of that I am as careful as possible and confirm everything before adding to my chassis identification. All I need is several foto confirmations of the latest chassis showing it with the both new electronics and the new drawbar style front truck.

If any forum members who bought this chassis direct from Bachmann can confirm it has both please let me know.

Thanks,  Bill