SKU: RPI-1084051-PRE

PREORDER Rapido HO Utah Transit Authority #309 (red, black, white)

10% down: $12.63
Our Price: $126.35
MSRP: $129.95

Note: You will reserve this item today for a 10% down payment of $12.63. Approximately 30-45 days before your item is expected at the warehouse, we will invoice you $113.72 plus shipping and any applicable taxes.

How Preorders Work

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Description

In the early 1970s, Erie Lackawanna acquired 155 Pullman-Standard "Dieseliners", funded by the State of New Jersey. These passenger cars featured modern lighting and climate control, supplied by a diesel with head-end power (HEP) capabilities. General Electric's U34CH locomotive was the diesel teamed up to operate these push-pull cars. The EL/NJDOT fleet consisted of 35 cab cars, 110 "trailer" coaches and 10 bar cars, wearing a striking black window band with red striping on top of a brushed aluminum carbody. All cars featured automatic low doors, since high level platforms were uncommon on the EL system.

In 1983, NJ TRANSIT took control of these operations from Conrail (EL’s successor) and the NJDOT. Between 1985 and 1987, Bombardier rebuilt 32 cab cars (three had been wrecked previously) which included high door conversions for use at high level platforms. The coaches were also rebuilt, however 61 retained their low doors while 45 received the high door conversions. Low door coaches retained their EL-delivered 1700 series numbers while the high door cars got 5700-series numbers.

In the early 1990s, some of the fleet was reassigned to Atlantic City service. All cab cars assigned to AC received high visibility orange and black "tiger" stripes on their cab fronts. By the mid-1990s, all of these cars were assigned back to their home territory on the Hoboken Division, where they regularly ran until their retirement in the late-2000s.

The "Comet" name was created by Bombardier to honor CNJ's Blue Comet train. They were often seen in six car consists with U34CHs, GP40 locomotives as well as the rebuilt F40PH-2CATs.

HO Scale Pullman-Standard Comet Cars:
Operating ditch lights on appropriate models per era
Dual or single cab car windows per prototype
Free-rolling, highly-detailed inside-bearing trucks with roller-bearing axles and metal wheelsets
Full underbody and unrivaled interior detail
Accurate painting and lettering, both inside and out
Prototypically accurate tinted windows
Metal side grab irons
Constant interior lighting in DC and DCC
Controllable cab car lighting in both DC and DCC
MoPower capacitor for uninterrupted DCC lighting
Suggested minimum radius: 22”

Preorders: Frequently Asked Questions

What is preordering and why would I want to do that?

In the model railroading world, most products are made in limited runs. Manufacturers no longer produce large quantities to sit in warehouses. Instead, they announce new items and set a preorder deadline. After that date, production is based largely on the number of reservations received.

Preordering through Model Train Stuff guarantees your spot in line for these limited releases. When the products arrive, orders are filled in the order they were placed. The earlier you preorder, the better your chance of getting your items, even if there are shipping delays or shortfalls from the manufacturer.

Preordering is as easy as 1-2-3!
  1. Preordering is available on any item with the word "Preorder" as the first word in the product title.
  2. We will email your invoice approximately 30-45 days before your preorder items land at the warehouse. With the interactive invoice you can select your preferred shipping method and pay the balance of your order right online!
  3. We'll ship you your preorder once your invoice is paid online. 

How can I place a preorder?

To place a preorder, simply look for items marked with "PREORDER" in their title on our website. Add the item to your cart and proceed to checkout. You'll be required to pay a 10% non-refundable deposit to secure your reservation.

When will I be charged for my preorder?

You'll be charged a 10% deposit at the time of placing your preorder. The remaining balance, along with any applicable sales tax and shipping charges, will be due when the item is ready to be shipped. We'll notify you via email with a link to complete your payment.

Can I cancel my preorder?

Preorders can be canceled, but please note that the 10% deposit is non-refundable and will not be credited to store credit, as it goes toward covering the cost of the uncollected reservation.

When will my preorder ship?

The estimated shipping date for each preorder item is listed on the product page. We'll also keep you updated via email if there are any changes to the shipping schedule. Once your final payment is received, your item will be shipped according to your selected shipping method.

What happens if a preorder item is delayed or canceled by the manufacturer?

In the rare event that a preorder item is delayed or canceled by the manufacturer, we'll notify you as soon as possible. You can choose to wait for the item, apply your deposit to a different item, or request a refund or store credit for your deposit.

How do I check the status of my preorder?

You can check the status of your preorder by logging into your account on our website and viewing your order history. We'll also keep you updated via email with any important information regarding your preorder.

What if I have more questions about preordering?

If you have any further questions about preordering, feel free to contact our customer service team. We're here to help you with any inquiries you may have.