BLI finally going DCC ready.


migalyto

migalyto

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Saw this a couple of days ago. Thought I would share it for those that hadn't heard yet.

This is great news!

This is from their Facebook post:

Happy Friday and Happy St. Patrick's day everyone!
Yes it is true, we are bringing back our Stealth Series to our new run of Paragon locomotives! We know you have many questions so we are going to make an official announcement one week from today answering those questions. This will include prices, which models will it be offered in, features, etc.
 
That's just ridiculous, no one in their right mind would pay that much for an engine for a hobby - well maybe Rod Stewart, but no normally sane person :)

I'm just glad I model N Scale - I don't think there are any engines, Diesel or Steam that ridiculously priced - not even Kato with DCC and Sound and a Kobo paint job :)
 
wombat457 said:
That's just ridiculous, no one in their right mind would pay that much for an engine for a hobby - well maybe Rod Stewart, but no normally sane person :)

I'm just glad I model N Scale - I don't think there are any engines, Diesel or Steam that ridiculously priced - not even Kato with DCC and Sound and a Kobo paint job :)
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wombat457 said:
Response is still the same ... ridiculous if you buy direct from BLI or pay those prices. Like so many things - greed will price them out of the market eventually.
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The new Kato Big Boy with Dcc/sound is going to be $500

www.trainworld.com

Kato 126-4014S N Union Pacific Big Boy Steam Locomotive #4014 w/DCC/Sound

Locomotive Features: * Capable of navigating 11” (282mm) radius curves thanks to its articulated frame. * An all-new synchronized twin-motor coreless drive that provides the combined power of two individual engines! * Illuminated deck-mounted headlight. *
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Wont be getting that either then :)

Kato has always been a bit high with their engines fitted with DCC and Sound. I'd prefer to buy their DCC ready engines for under $100 and spend $50 - $60 on a TCS decoder and fit it myself for under $200. Not really fussed about sound.
 
bnsf971 said:
Most likely they are seeing sales fall off, now that DCC/sound are over $500. Removing the decoder lowers the price instantly by around $100.
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They sent out a survey about 3 months or so(you might have seen it) Several of the questions pertained to DCC ready vs Paragon .

I'm sure this probably had something to do with the decision.
 
wombat457 said:
Not sure where you are shopping Terry but Midwest has BLI Paragon 4 DCC/w Sound for under $300 ... and they are on sale down to $243. Heck at those prices, I might even invest in a couple of new DCC with Sound engines :)
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OK, where was this ???
 
I wonder if that decision is based upon the trouble they're having with the paragon4 decoder.
BLI went to ESU for decoders for a while before the P4 and prior to that were the Paragon 3, 2 and the QSI decoders.
 
@Smudge617

Right here mate:

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We offer a uniquely large N Scale train selection with employees actively modeling in it. Let us be your one-stop shop for everything new in N Scale.
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And HO Scale:

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As you can see - DC Engines under $100. Do your own DCC install and you have a good cheap DCC engine. Obviously Sound makes it a bit more.
 
D&J RailRoad said:
I wonder if that decision is based upon the trouble they're having with the paragon4 decoder.
BLI went to ESU for decoders for a while before the P4 and prior to that were the Paragon 3, 2 and the QSI decoders.
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Did they offer the Stealth models at one time?

Their press release says were bringing them back. I don't ever remember a DCC ready version.
 
wombat457 said:
@Smudge617

Right here mate:

N Scale Models | N Scale Trains | Midwest Model

We offer a uniquely large N Scale train selection with employees actively modeling in it. Let us be your one-stop shop for everything new in N Scale.
midwestmodelrr.com midwestmodelrr.com

And HO Scale:

HO-Scale Diesel Locomotives | HO-Scale Diesel Model Trains

Bring the hum of industry to your railroad with our diverse selection of HO-scale diesel locomotives. Shop with Midwest Model Railroad today.
midwestmodelrr.com midwestmodelrr.com

As you can see - DC Engines under $100. Do your own DCC install and you have a good cheap DCC engine. Obviously Sound makes it a bit more.
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midwestmodelrr.com

Broadway Limited 7224 - Y6B 2-8-8-2, 22I Tender w/ Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC Norfolk & Western (NW) 2200 - N Scale

Enjoy HO scale locomotives of the top manufacturers and brands available. We have models of steam, electrical, and diesel for you to choose from as you please!Midwest Model Railroad provides model trains for the modern day. Enjoy high-quality train supplies at far greater convenience for...
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