Its about time they did something about the smoke unit access issue...thats a good idea. The fluid tends to eat away at hypodermic needle rubber. The funnel that came with the Lionel Genset has been a big help, too.
I saw and heard the real Montana RAIL LINK SD45 Diesels in Livingston, Montana back in 1993. They were the loudest group of Locos I have ever heard. The residents got used to them, but I can not figure out how anybody can get used to that much noise .
I have the privilege of running ex MRL 375 on the EWG RR in eastern Washington. She sounds just like this model. Boy, can that unit pull! She gets a good workout on our RR.
@esiegel76 There are some exceptions, like Lionel ES44s and MTH AC6000s (Lionel AC6000s don't have drive on all wheels). They don't have flanges on all of the wheels but they are geared.
Very Nice engine and review Eric! I Really like the color scheme, especially the stripes on the nose. Surprisingly I can understand an MTH Engine's crew chatter foe once, because they usually sound garbled. Congrats on the purchase!
@Railfan108 It's the freight annoucements, not passenger. The conversation makes sense if you listen carefully. Not sure if it's very clear on the video.
@esiegel76 not in my area, ever since that metrolink disaster employees cant use there sel phone unless all the brakes are aplied, throttle is in nuetrol and they are 10-15 feet away from the locomotive
Great review Eric! I am considering possibly getting the SP SD40T-2 as I have seen one. It would obviously be a while. I'm getting the Premier P5a electric this weekend.
@esiegel76 I do got plans of getting the same German electric, but only with DB Cargo or Railion hoppers to go with it. Railion/DB Cargo is a freight division of the German national railway, Deutsche Bahn. I'm actually a fan of German trains because, I think Germany has the best railway system in Europe. I cannot wait to see your review! :-)
Great Job Eric! Loved Every Bit! Now I RELLY Want To Get My Railking Wisconsin Central Sd45 Upgradered To PS2 And I'lll Probley Put The Sounds From This Premier SD45 Into It Once Its Upgradered. Hey Are Those Union Pacific Passinger Cars In The BackRound?
@bradstrains Most O-Gauge diesels, both MTH and Lionel only have 4 wheels driving on each truck. The 3rd axle is usually left "blind" (unpowered) so that the engine can run on layouts with tight curves.
@MthRailFanatic There's nothing special about the new ES44's. Other than a few minor differences, they are pretty much identical to the Vision Line ES44's that I've already reviewed twice.
Are all wheels in drive? Did you know if you turn over most Lionel legacy engines (with the exception of ES44acs) the 6 wheel trucks only have 4 drive wheels! Maybe that's why they can't pull as much as mth. Can you do a review on your Sd60 locomotives by Lionel?
@esiegel76 Ah Yes I Rember That Review. That Thing Was Huge! Did You Pick Up The BNSF ES44 Yet? I Hope The Reviews Come Out For All Three Of The ES44'S Soon.
@MthRailFanatic They're part of an MTH dealer appreciation set from a couple years ago. I did a review on the DD40X engine that pulls them a while back.
LOVE IT!!!! LOVE IT!!!! LOVE IT!!!! I saw MRL SD45's in Helena, MT all the time in the mid 90's. I am so happy that MTH made this!!! I ordered 1 through my local hobby shop and I need to pay it off and pick it up!! :-)
Its about time they did something about the smoke unit access issue...thats a good idea. The fluid tends to eat away at hypodermic needle rubber. The funnel that came with the Lionel Genset has been a big help, too.
@Weiberts I've got 2 of the MTH SD40T-2 diesels. I weathered both of them, they look really good.
I saw and heard the real Montana RAIL LINK SD45 Diesels in Livingston, Montana back in 1993. They were the loudest group of Locos I have ever heard. The residents got used to them, but I can not figure out how anybody can get used to that much noise .
@Teder95 I've never had any problems with their support myself.
I have the privilege of running ex MRL 375 on the EWG RR in eastern Washington. She sounds just like this model. Boy, can that unit pull! She gets a good workout on our RR.
@jpaufsc Yes, the Santa Fe War Bonnet Dash-8
@Bassfanatic94 I think their sound sets have gotten a little better.
@esiegel76 There are some exceptions, like Lionel ES44s and MTH AC6000s (Lionel AC6000s don't have drive on all wheels). They don't have flanges on all of the wheels but they are geared.
Very Nice engine and review Eric! I Really like the color scheme, especially the stripes on the nose. Surprisingly I can understand an MTH Engine's crew chatter foe once, because they usually sound garbled.
Congrats on the purchase!
I love the ol SD45's. Its a true shame that not many of them are in operation
not too crazy about the crew talking but the horn is crazy GOOD! sounds nice clear and not electronic if you know what i mean
@Railfan108 It's the freight annoucements, not passenger. The conversation makes sense if you listen carefully. Not sure if it's very clear on the video.
Great crew talk
O Gauge= TRACK GAUGE! It's called 3-Rail O Scale that Eric is using! Or Hi-Rail.
Looking forward to your next review!
@Trainmaster189 Yes, I've ordered a European steam engine, an electric engine and some freight cars.
@Trainmaster189 The steam engine is French. the electric is German and the freight cars are BP tank cars to go with the electric.
nice horn and bell
@MthRailFanatic Yep, UP passenger cars.
@shadowknight227 It's just a grain hopper. It doesn't have sound.
@esiegel76 not in my area, ever since that metrolink disaster employees cant use there sel phone unless all the brakes are aplied, throttle is in nuetrol and they are 10-15 feet away from the locomotive
Great review Eric! I am considering possibly getting the SP SD40T-2 as I have seen one. It would obviously be a while. I'm getting the Premier P5a electric this weekend.
@esiegel76 it is clear, but when he says ill give you a call unless he means over the radio, thats not prototypical
Great vid man,good job.
If anybody is looking for Montana Rail Link Diesels in HO Scale check MTH for their SD70ACe and Athearn for the SD45.
@esiegel76 it just looked like it had a special link. Love your reviews! Thanks!
That's a great review Eric! MTH makes a great product!
Thanks for this informative eval.
If you still have this locomotive id happily buy it from you haha
Love the horn
Great review as always Eric.
I love that horn!
Can you review an MTH ES44AC or AC4400? Thanks!
great sounds on that unit and your weathering is looking fantastic as well! did you use an airbrush?
Wow great engine Eric! MTH's sounds of late have gotten clearer and more distinct. Thanks for sharing! Do you think MTH has improved too?
@esiegel76 I do got plans of getting the same German electric, but only with DB Cargo or Railion hoppers to go with it. Railion/DB Cargo is a freight division of the German national railway, Deutsche Bahn. I'm actually a fan of German trains because, I think Germany has the best railway system in Europe. I cannot wait to see your review! :-)
Great Job Eric! Loved Every Bit! Now I RELLY Want To Get My Railking Wisconsin Central Sd45 Upgradered To PS2 And I'lll Probley Put The Sounds From This Premier SD45 Into It Once Its Upgradered. Hey Are Those Union Pacific Passinger Cars In The BackRound?
@bradstrains Most O-Gauge diesels, both MTH and Lionel only have 4 wheels driving on each truck. The 3rd axle is usually left "blind" (unpowered) so that the engine can run on layouts with tight curves.
awesome review dude!!
@Railfan108 You don't think train crews use their cell phones?
they need it in ho scale
@MthRailFanatic There's nothing special about the new ES44's. Other than a few minor differences, they are pretty much identical to the Vision Line ES44's that I've already reviewed twice.
Awesome review! Are you interested in any MTH European locos?
@Train2590 Watch the last 30 seconds of the video and you'll have your answer.
Awesome review!!! Do they use the same horn on SD40-2s sometimes?
Are all wheels in drive? Did you know if you turn over most Lionel legacy engines (with the exception of ES44acs) the 6 wheel trucks only have 4 drive wheels! Maybe that's why they can't pull as much as mth. Can you do a review on your Sd60 locomotives by Lionel?
@esiegel76 When Did You Get Them? Any Chance For A Review? Because You Have Alot Of Great Pullers For Those Things. Like The Challnger!
@bradstrains No, I've never had to replace an MTH motor.
@esiegel76 Ah Yes I Rember That Review. That Thing Was Huge! Did You Pick Up The BNSF ES44 Yet? I Hope The Reviews Come Out For All Three Of The ES44'S Soon.
Nice vid
Thank you, that's very nice of you to say. :)
@MthRailFanatic They're part of an MTH dealer appreciation set from a couple years ago. I did a review on the DD40X engine that pulls them a while back.
@SuperBardizzle Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene - It's a type of plastic.
Great review, The Train Loft is my goto store. Jeff has about everything you need. Great video, love your video blog episodes. Keep ot coming.
Did the crew ever call back the dispatcher?
@esiegel76 Ok But Will You Atlaest Make Running Video's?
not good that hes gonna call him on the cell if something pops up (he says it during the passenger announcements lol) otherwise this is very nice
Hi Eric, (in your opinion) how is the low end bass on this SD45? I believe it's got a VECO.
LOVE IT!!!! LOVE IT!!!! LOVE IT!!!! I saw MRL SD45's in Helena, MT all the time in the mid 90's. I am so happy that MTH made this!!! I ordered 1 through my local hobby shop and I need to pay it off and pick it up!! :-)
Do you have any GP7s or other high nose engines(road switchers)?
hey, esiegel, do you need that MRL grain car for the sound or did you just add it to the train?
Do MTH engines have quillable horns like lionel engines do?
Paul Moore yes but only on premier line engines
@np560 Cool!
I must say that's one Devine engine I might pick up an SD45
@esiegel76 Not to be mean, but is it French, German, or Swiss?
The SD45 looks best in the MRL paint scheme
Coza asy...
That’s not an SD45, that’s an SD40-2 with the horn moved to the back like what they do now
Great review as always Eric.