Many of you probably saw my posting on the new 1:5, ride-on scale Plymouth from Accucraft. It looks awesome but, like I said, no room for that thing in my garage. That doesn't mean I can't ride the rails though. I am fortunate to live near to Golden Gate Live Steamers who has tracks in 2 1/2", 3 1/2", 4 3/4", and 7 1/2". I already own some 4 3/4" stuff which, honestly is the best size for me at this time. Well, recently Maxitrak announced a new locomotive in 4 3/4 - 5" gauge called the Planet. This little battery powered "diesel" loco has more than a strong family resemblance to the Accucraft Plymouth. This is because it was built for Maxitrak, by Accucraft. It is a model of a small 2' gauge prototype. Length of this model is about two feet long, by one foot wide, so it's a little bit smaller than the Plymouth. One large 12 volt car battery fits under the hood. It is all steel construction, has 2 motors, gear drive, spring suspension, horn and electronic control. I ordered one a few months ago and I will be the first person in the U.S. to get one of these little critters. The cost is very low for a ride on loco. They are on eBay right now in fully machined and painted kit form for $1214.44. They come in maroon or green and you can add extras like lights and sound system. I will definitely report on it when it arrives. I ordered the maroon version. Here are some pictures from Maxitrak:
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My plan is to Americanize it a bit. Those red end beams have to get painted black, fast! Should be a fun little ride.
 Regards,
My plan is to Americanize it a bit. Those red end beams have to get painted black, fast! Should be a fun little ride.
 Regards,
