May 5, 2021 - The last of the M.T.H. S Gauge Erie Lackawanna SW-8 Diesel locomotives are now shipping to M.T.H. Authorized Retailers. Each of these locomotives is available in limited quantities at your local M.T.H. Authorized Retailer or directly from the M.T.H. website.

About the SW-8 Diesel

With the 1950 introduction of the SW8 and SW9, EMD cataloged end-cab switchers in three convenient sizes: small (the 6 cylinder, 600 hp SW1), medium (the 8 cylinder, 800 hp SW8) and large (the 12 cylinder, 1200 hp SW9).

All three engines shared the same 44’ frame. While the SW1 was distinguished by its shorter hood and large "porches" on each end, its more powerful siblings looked nearly the same, except for the single exhaust stack on the SW8 and dual stacks on the SW9. Contrary to popular belief, the "SW" in the model names did not stand for switcher. "S" stood for six hundred, the horsepower rating of the initial model, and "W" stood for welded frame, in contrast with the cast steel frames of earlier Electro-Motive switchers.

The SW-8 joins our S Gauge lineup and offers everything you need in a hard-working switcher: precision flywheel-equipped motor, metal chassis, and traction tires for great pulling power; cruise control for steady speeds down to 3 scale miles per hour; authentic EMD prime mover sounds; and superb detailing that includes separately applied door handles, air brake piping and metal handrails.

Each of these items is available for order now from any M.T.H. Authorized Retailer or directly from the M.T.H. website.

Hurry Before They're Gone, Just Five Or Fewer Of These S Gauge Items Remain In Stock

May 5, 2021 - Each week, M.T.H. releases product lists spotlighting quantities of Five Or Fewer S Gauge items that are remaining in our onhand inventory. In many cases, these items will NOT be re-run in the future and these lists could be your last chance for ordering them before they're GONE FOR GOOD. Don't miss out on these items! Click on the product line link below and then any item number in the corresponding list to purchase that item from the M.T.H. Online Store or order directly from your local M.T.H. Authorized Retailer.

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