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RGS Goose #2

In the 1930's, Colorado's famous Rio Grande Southern Railroad introduced the "Galloping Goose", a curious combination of Pierce-Arrow automobile parts and mechanics imagination that could carry passengers, freight and mail with a one man crew.  The "Galloping Goose" provided the Rio Grande Southern Railroad with real operating economy allowing the railroad to operate for another twenty years while endearing itself to generations of railfans and tourists.

Rio Grande Southern Motor No. 2 was completed in 1931 and was the first true "Galloping Goose".  Today, Motor No. 2 is being restored at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden, Colorado.

This model is handcrafted with brass and stainless steel.  Pittman motor powers the  metal gear box and external chain drive. Constant lighting, polished brass bell and cab. interior details are just some of the features of this model.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Scale/Gauge - 1:20.3, 45 mm Gauge
Total Weight - 2.4 kg, 5.3 lb.
Length - 505 mm, 19.9 in.
Width - 104 mm, 4.1 in.
Height - 150 mm, 5.9 in.
Wheel Dia. - Driver 30.5 mm, Pilot 21.5 mm.
Minimum Radius - 0.6 M, 24 in.
Power - 0V-18V DC
Features - Constant Lighting, Sound Ready  
(All specifications and designs are subject to change without notice)

Order Information:
AC78-130  RGS #2 GOOSE

Last Updated
04-02-08
Copyright
2003 - 2008

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