Well actually it is not one of my newest model, it is my oldest brass piece that I own in my collection. I recently weathered it, replaced the open frame motor, installed a tsunami with sound in the tender, 0603 LEDs. And although not SP originally (believe it is a Southern Railway MT-4 Mountain), it is one of my favorite runners.
It was a gift in the 70's from one of my mentors Dusty Rhodes. A retired Army Colonel at the time and was my sponsor when I was a Junior Member of the El Paso Model Railroad Club and NMRA. He taught me a great deal as well as others in that club and I have always been greatful. So if you ever see a orange and silver box car with Texas Western Railroad, that would be Dusty's Railroad. He passed away many years ago but is still sorely missed.
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