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The Atlas Product Spotlight - O E8 Locomotives

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O E8 Locomotives

With the rollout of the E8 in 1949, the E-unit, America’s most popular passenger diesel, reached its final visual form — just in time for the last hurrah of the American passenger train. With twin motors to ensure reliability and six-wheel trucks that rode like a Cadillac, the E8 was an engineer’s dream. For hoggers who had not long ago worked in steam locomotives, the clean cab of an E-unit with its lofty, panoramic view of the road ahead was not hard to get used to.

The guaranteed order deadline for the O E8 Locomotives is June 7, 2023. Click here to find an Authorized Atlas Dealer near you.

Features Include:

  • Intricately Detailed, Durable ABS Body
  • Die-Cast Truck Sides, Pilots and Fuel Tank
  • Metal Chassis
  • Metal Handrails and Horn
  • Moveable Roof Fans
  • Metal Body Side Grilles
  • (2) Handpainted Engineer Cab Figures
  • Authentic Paint Scheme
  • Metal Wheels, Axles and Gears
  • Lead Remote-Controlled Proto-Coupler
  • Rear Non-Operating Metal Coupler
  • O Scale Kadee-Compatible Coupler Mounting Pads
  • Prototypical Rule 17 Lighting
  • Directionally Controlled Constant Voltage LED Headlight
  • Lighted LED Cab Interior Light
  • Illuminated LED Number Boards
  • Lighted LED Front Marker Lights
  • (2) Precision Flywheel-Equipped Motors
  • Operating ProtoSmoke Diesel Exhaust
  • Equipped with Proto-Sound 3
  • Locomotive Speed Control In Scale MPH Increments
  • 1:48 Scale Proportions
  • Equipped with Proto-Sound Unit Measures: 18” x 2 1/2” x 3 7/8”
  • Operates On O-31 Curves

3-RAIL MSRP:$679.95

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AMTRAK
3-Rail Item #:
30138229
30138230
30138241 (Unpowered)
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BURLINGTON NORTHERN
3-Rail Item #:
30138231
30138232
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NJ COMMUTER TRANSITION SCHEME
3-Rail Item #:
30138233
30138234
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PENN CENTRAL
3-Rail Item #:
30138235
30138236
30138242 (Unpowered)
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ROCK ISLAND
3-Rail Item #:
30138237
30138238
30138243 (Unpowered)
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KANSAS CITY SOUTHERN
3-Rail Item #:
30138239
30138240
30138244 (Unpowered)

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O 17,600 Gallon Trinity Corn Syrup Tank Car

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O 17,600 Gallon Trinity Corn Syrup Tank Car

The prototype for the 17,600 Gallon Corn Syrup Tank Car was built in large numbers by Trinity Industries between 1984 and 1998. Of the over 7,000 cars that were built, most are still in active service today.

  • Separately applied detail such as: train line hoses, coupler cut levers, brake rigging, bottom outlet valve & valve handle, and metal grab irons
  • 100 ton roller bearing trucks with rotating bearing caps
  • Accurate painting and printing
  • Highly detailed body with prototypical jacket seams
  • See-through walkway and platforms
  • Overall length: 10 1/4"
  • Minimum diameter curve (3-rail): O-36
  • Minimum radius curve (2-rail): 24"

The guaranteed order deadline is June 7, 2023. Click here to find an Authorized Atlas Dealer near you.

3-RAIL MSRP: $89.95 2-RAIL MSRP: $94.95

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GATX
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001454 3002454
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TATE & LYLE
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001455 3002455
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US ARMY (RED)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001456 3002456
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US ARMY (YELLOW)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001457 3002457
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ADM (LEAF AND CONSPICUITY STRIPES)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001458 3002458
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MINNESOTA CORN PROCESSORS (MNCX)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001459 3002459

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O 3 & 6 Bay Cylindrical Hoppers

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O 3 & 6 Bay Cylindrical Hoppers

Introduced in 1961 by ACF® to haul sand, clay, salt, grain and bulk plastics, the Cylindrical Hopper was the first commercially successful tank-type covered hopper car design. A few of the more than 4,000 cars of this type built through 1966 can still be seen in service today across the United States.

  • Accurate painting and lettering
  • Spring die-cast 100-ton roller-bearing trucks with rotating bearing caps
  • Opening hatches
  • True ¼” dimensions and details
  • Realistic see through roof walks
  • Separately-applied grab irons
  • Separately-applied brake detail
  • Die-cast articulated couplers (3-rail)
  • 3 Bay Minimum radius curve: O-31 (3-rail)
  • 6 Bay Minimum radius curve: O-42 (3-rail)

The guaranteed order deadline is June 7, 2023. Click here to find an Authorized Atlas Dealer near you.

3-RAIL MSRP: $84.95 2-RAIL MSRP: $89.95

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CARGILL SALT
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001440 3002440
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J.M. HUBER
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001441 3002441
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MORTON SALT
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001442 3002442
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SANTA FE
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001443 3002443
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SID RICHARDSON
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001444 3002444
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NORFOLK WESTERN
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001445 3002445
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BURLINGTON NORTHERN BICENTENNIAL
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001446 3002446

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O Premier 2-Bay Offset Hoppers

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O Premier 2-Bay Offset Hoppers

The Association of American Railroads (AAR) developed a standard design for 50-ton and 70-ton twin offset open hopper cars starting in the late 1920s. The design was modified in the mid 1930s, and through 1960 over 127,000 cars had been built to AAR specifications. Eastern coal carriers amassed the largest fleets - however, the twin offset hopper design was not limited to coal service, with ore and aggregates also being hauled.

They could also be found operating in a wide range of services including unit coal trains, blocks of loaded cars destined to a large consignee, and even “loose”single cars headed to smaller customers.

  • Intricately Detailed, Durable ABS Body
  • Metal Wheels and Axles
  • Die-Cast 4-Wheel Trucks
  • Fast-Angle Wheel Sets
  • Needle-Point Axles
  • Removable coal load included
  • O Scale Kadee-Compatible Coupler Mounting Pads
  • Detailed Brake Wheel
  • Separate Metal Handrails
  • 1:48 Scale Dimensions
  • Unit Measures:9 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 3”
  • Operates On O-31 Curves
  • (2) Operating Die-Cast Metal Couplers

The guaranteed order deadline is June 7, 2023. Click here to find an Authorized Atlas Dealer near you.

3-RAIL MSRP: $82.95 2-RAIL MSRP: $87.95

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CHICAGO AND EASTERN ILLINIOS
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001390 3002390
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BALTIMORE & OHIO (SIMPLIFIED CAPITAL DOME)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001391 3002391
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MAINE CENTRAL
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001392 3002392
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MILWAUKEE ROAD
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001393 3002393
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PITTSBURGH & WEST VIRGINIA
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001394 3002394
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RICHMOND, FREDERICKSBURG, AND POTOMAC
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001395 3002395
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PEABODY COAL
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001396 3002396

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O Trainman® 40' Stock Car

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O Trainman® 40' Stock Car

During the heyday of rail transport, livestock was routinely shipped in complete trainloads to packing plants throughout the country. The typical stock car was based upon a 40’ box car modified with open slat sides and possibly internal decking for the smaller breeds of animals. Designed primarily for transporting cows and pigs, original stock cars date back to the 1860’s, and could carry up to 20,000 pounds of livestock.

  • Separately applied roof walks, ladder, brake wheel & brake lines
  • Accurate painting & lettering
  • See-through roof walks
  • Metal couplers and sprung die-cast trucks
  • True scale dimensions with accurate details
  • Weighted, detailed underframes
  • 2-rail cars feature scale wheels and body mounted scale couplers

The guaranteed order deadline is June 7, 2023. Click here to find an Authorized Atlas Dealer near you.

3-RAIL MSRP: $69.95 2-RAIL MSRP: $72.95

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CANADIAN PACIFIC (CP RAIL)
3-Rail Item #: 2-Rail Item #:
2002412 2002462
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FERROCARRIL DEL PACIFICO (FCP)
3-Rail Item #: 2-Rail Item #:
2002413 2002463
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UNION PACIFIC (UP) LIVESTOCK DISPATCH
3-Rail Item #: 2-Rail Item #:
2002414 2002464
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CHICAGO, BURLINGTON AND QUINCY (CBQ)
3-Rail Item #: 2-Rail Item #:
2002417 2002467
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SANTA FE (ATSF)
3-Rail Item #: 2-Rail Item #:
2002415 2002465
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RIO GRANDE (DRGW)
3-Rail Item #: 2-Rail Item #:
2002416 2002466

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O Premier Rapid Discharge Hoppers

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O Premier Rapid Discharge Hoppers

The Rapid Discharge Hopper, designed for heavy, dense loads like sand, gravel, limestone, and other aggregates, was designed and built by the Ortner Freight Car Co. (Now part of the TrinityRail® group). Thanks to its steep 60-degree end sheets and Rapid Discharge hopper door system, the car unloads completely in less than 30 seconds without the need for a car shaker. An entire unit train of these cars can be unloaded in 30 to 60 minutes, whereas other unloading systems could take 4 hours or longer. The design has stood the test of time, as these cars are still in service on many railroads nationwide.

  • Intricately Detailed Durable ABS Body
  • Metal Wheels and Axles
  • Die-Cast 4-Wheel Trucks
  • Operating Die-Cast Metal Couplers
  • Colorful, Attractive Paint Schemes
  • Separate Metal Handrails
  • Fast-Angle Wheel Sets
  • Needle-Point Axles
  • 1:48 Scale Dimensions
  • Unit Measures:11 1/4” x 2 9/16” x 3 3/8”
  • Operates On O-31 Curves (3-Rail), 24” radius (2-Rail)

The guaranteed order deadline is June 7, 2023. Click here to find an Authorized Atlas Dealer near you.

3-RAIL MSRP: $84.95 2-RAIL MSRP: $89.95

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AMTRAK
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001460 3002460
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BESSEMER & LAKE ERIE (CN)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001461 3002461
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FLORIDA EAST COAST
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001462 3002462
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GATX
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001463 3002463
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CHESSIE SYSTEM* (C&O)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001464 3002464
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SOUTHERN PACIFIC
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
3001465 3002465

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O Premier SD70MAC Locomotives

The Atlas Product Spotlight - O SD70MAC Locomotives

In 1992, GM’s Electro-Motive Division (EMD) introduced the new SD70 Series of engines, which come in the standard direct-current (DC) and alternating-current (AC) models. The SD70 boasts a 32-bit 16mHz control microprocessor named the EM2000. This computer works with the Integrated Cab Electronics (ICE) system to collect, analyze, and display a range of accurate-to-the-second information, such as speed, amps, throttle position, air brake operation, and cab signals.

The 70 Series also employs the HTCR (high-traction three-axle radial) truck that reduces rolling resistance in curves and lateral loads and therefore reduces wear on wheels. These innovations have led to brisk sales of both the SD70M (DC version) and SD70MAC (AC version).

The guaranteed order deadline for the O SD70MAC Locomotives is June 7, 2023. Click here to find an Authorized Atlas Dealer near you.

Features Include:

  • Directionally Controlled Headlights
  • Intricately Detailed ABS Body
  • Metal Wheels, Axles and Gears
  • Die-Cast Truck Sides, Pilots and Fuel Tank
  • (2) Remotely Controlled Proto-Couplers
  • Colorful Paint Scheme
  • Metal Chassis
  • Metal Handrails and Decorative Horn
  • (2) Precision Flywheel Equipped Motors
  • Locomotive Speed Control

  • Lighted Cab Interior
  • Illuminated Number Boards
  • (2) Engineer Cab Figures
  • Spinning Roof Fans
  • Metal Body Side Grilles
  • Operating Ditch Lights
  • Operating Smoke Unit
  • Equipped with Proto-Sound 3
  • Unit Measures:18 1/2” x 2 5/8” x 4”
  • Operates On O-42 Curves

 

Atlas O Premier SD 70MAC Locomotives

3-RAIL MSRP:$679.95 2-RAIL MSRP:$679.95

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BNSF (EX-BN EXCUTIVE W/BNSF WEDGE)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
30138201
30138202
30138214
30138215
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CSX* (YN3 WEBSITE)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
30138204
30138205
30138217
30138218
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LAKE STATE RAILWAY 
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
30138206
30138207
30138219
30138220
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METRA
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
30138208
30138209
30138221
30138222
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RJ CORMAN
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
30138210
30138211
30138223
30138224
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UNION PACIFIC (ONE)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
30138212 30138225
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UNION PACIFIC (BIG BOY ESCORT)
3-Rail Item #:
2-Rail Item #:
30138213 30138226

Arriving Soon at Atlas ETA 5.15.23

Arriving Soon at Atlas

Atlas just received confirmation that the below models are estimated to arrive in our Hillside, NJ warehouses the week of May 15, 2023 and will soon be on the way to your favorite Atlas authorized dealer.

There’s still time to place your last minute orders before arrival. Click on the model you’re interested in for a complete listing of road names and pricing. 

Click here to find an Authorized Atlas Dealer near you.

 

N Scale

N Master Plus 3230 Covered Hoppers

Click here to for more information and availability

N Trainman® 50' 6" Box Cars

Click here to for more information and availability

N 45' Pines Trailers

Click here to for more information and availability

N 31,000 Gallon Tank Cars

Click here to for more information and availability

HO Scale

HO Trainman® 50' 6" Box Cars


Click here to for more information and availability

HO 45' Pines Trailers

Click here to for more information and availability

O Scale

O Gunderson Multi-Max Auto Rack

Click here to for more information and availability

Now Shipping Week of 4.26.23

The following products are now shipping from Atlas.

For a complete listing of order deadlines and shipping dates, please use the Atlas Production Schedule

The Spring 2023 Atlas O Premier Catalog

The Spring 2023 Atlas O Premier Catalog

April showers didn't bring May flowers this time around, they brought the new Spring 2023 Atlas O Premier Catalog! This issue is filled with brand new models that you are sure to go crazy for.

The deadline for placing your order/reservation with your Atlas Dealer on the product listed below is Wednesday, June 7, 2023.

Click Here for the consumer version of the Premier Catalog (MSRP Only)

Want to Find a Dealer or Order Online? Click here to go to the Atlas Online Store