Accucraft D&RGW C18 Live Steam Running at 2023 Summer Steam Up

Running the Accucraft 2-8-0- C-18 1:20.3 Live Steam at the 2023 Summer Steam Up in Lodi, California.
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Accucraft - D&RGW C-18 2-8-0 (1:20.3)
Specifications
1:20.3 Scale, 45mm Gauge
Live Steam or Electric
Brass & stainless steel constructions
Length: 31.25"
Width: 6.2"
Height: 7.6"
Engine Weight: 12.4 lbs
Tender Weight: 6 lbs
Live Steam
Butane Fired/Ceramic Burner
Fully working valve gear
Water Pump in Tender
Optional Axle Pump
Pressure Gauge
Water Level Gauge
Boiler Blow Down Valve
Accucraft Trains is proud to introduce the 1:20.3 scale D&RGW Class C-18 2-8-0 Consolidation type in both live steam and electric. Live steam models feature butane ceramic or coal-fired versions.
Of the several C-18s made by Baldwin, the #315 and #318 are the only ones to survive today, thanks to restoration efforts. Both were initially built for the Florence & Cripple Creek Railroad by Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1895 and 1896. The No. 315 locomotive was retired in 1949 and placed on display in Durango until its restoration in 2007 by the Durango Railroad Historical Society. Since its restoration, No. 315 has often operated on the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad. The D&RGW No. 318 was used under steam until 1982 and is now on static display at the Colorado Railroad Museum.
Accucraft Trains' C-18, developed by Aster designer Mr Miura san and our US staff and consultants. Machined parts and sheet metal are produced in Japan. Models in KIT can be offered upon request.
Photos of #315 shown are for a sample model. Features are subject to change. The #315 tender will have the Moffatt lettering. The #318 will have the Flying Rio Grande lettering and an extended smokebox.

[@samkunugi5319]

Best running accucraft product I’ve found! I just wish the details had been researched more before production. Especially for the 318 version.

[@northernutahlivesteam3566]

Great engine. Exceptionally superior engine crew! 😀

[@pirminkogleck4056]

must be a pain when it falls of the rails !

[@Steam_Ships_and_Trains]

Is there books or anything on how to properly run and maintain these things?

[@Baconboy2013]

Do gauge one model trans run on G scale tracks?

[@tylerdewein856]

Yes. Gauge 1 refers to the 45 mm width between the rails. Typical for G scale which is a loose term encompassing many scales that run on 45 mm, gauge 1 track. This C-18 is 1:20.3 scale for example representing American narrow gauge (3 ft between rails). Cheers!

[@spacemarine88]

Any news yet on the Electric versions?

[@wilfredkane7569]

🔥 Promo sm