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Pentrex - DVD -- Those Incredible Alcos Volume 1 - Diesel Dinosaur Delights (SKU 561-2419)
To an Alcophile, there's nothing sweeter than the wheezing, whistling, barking sound produced by a smoke-belching, burbling Alco diesel. Simply sighting them is cause for elation among the throngs of enthusiasts who seek them out. In this three-volume series we set out to document an example of every Alco model remaining in operation, a journey which takes us throughout North America.
Volume 1 covers the early years of the Alco diesel. Locomotive models are presented in chronological order by their first production dates. Switcher models that are powered with the Model 539 prime mover such as the HH660, S-1, S-2, S-3, and S-4 are shown in operation, along with RS-1 and RSD-1 roadswitchers. You'll follow Alco's progress with the introduction of the Model 244 engine in both freight and passenger diesels. Mode RS-2, RSC-2, RS-3, and RSD-5 units are viewed working for various shortlines, museums, and industrial users. Exhilarating scenes show the last two operating Alco PAs pulling passenger trains in Mexico. Volume 1 concludes just before the release of the Model 251 engine. Join us in this quest for "diesel dinosaurs" as we seek out Those Incredible Alcos!
DVD Special Feature:
In Color with Stereo Sound and Narration
Full-screen (4x3) Format
No region code; can be played in NTSC DVD players worldwide
Packaged in Sturdy Vinyl Clamshell Case
ISBN: 1-56342-148-8
UPC: 7-48268-00431-5
Produced by Pentrex 1998; released on DVD 2004
Volume 1 covers the early years of the Alco diesel. Locomotive models are presented in chronological order by their first production dates. Switcher models that are powered with the Model 539 prime mover such as the HH660, S-1, S-2, S-3, and S-4 are shown in operation, along with RS-1 and RSD-1 roadswitchers. You'll follow Alco's progress with the introduction of the Model 244 engine in both freight and passenger diesels. Mode RS-2, RSC-2, RS-3, and RSD-5 units are viewed working for various shortlines, museums, and industrial users. Exhilarating scenes show the last two operating Alco PAs pulling passenger trains in Mexico. Volume 1 concludes just before the release of the Model 251 engine. Join us in this quest for "diesel dinosaurs" as we seek out Those Incredible Alcos!
| Locomotive Models | Railroads |
|---|---|
| HH600 * | Santa Fe |
| HH900 * | Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum |
| HH660, HH1000 | Relco |
| S-1 | Maine Coast Bath & Hammondsport |
| S-2 | Tioga Central Buffalo Southern |
| RS-1 | Livonia, Avon & Lakeville |
| RSD-1 | Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum |
| FA | Potomac Eagle |
| PA | National Railways of Mexico |
| RSC-2 | Mid-Continent Railway Museum (MILW 988) |
| RS-2 | Michigan Southern Detroit & Mackinac |
| S-4 | Connecticut Central |
| RS-3 | Paperton Junction Southern (private) Batten Kill Magma Copper |
| RS-20 | Green Bay & Western (on lease to Badger Mining) Tioga Central |
| S-3 | Winnipesaukee & Pemigewasset Valley |
| RSC-3 * | Pacific Great Eastern |
| RSD-5 | Western Maryland Scenic |
| * Still picture only |
DVD Special Feature:
- Chapter Menu provides instant access to program segments.
In Color with Stereo Sound and Narration
Full-screen (4x3) Format
No region code; can be played in NTSC DVD players worldwide
Packaged in Sturdy Vinyl Clamshell Case
ISBN: 1-56342-148-8
UPC: 7-48268-00431-5
Produced by Pentrex 1998; released on DVD 2004
$29.95 US
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