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Video Kato Kobo NYC M-497 Jet Car
« on: January 31, 2012, 08:54:00 AM »
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Hello Guys. After some time and long deliberation, I finally cut loose and purchased a Kato Kobo NYC Jet Car. I know these have been around for quite some time but as a former New York Central modeler I simply had to have one of these. I would have to say that when I opened the box I was actually stunned at the finish in detail in this model. Due to the lack of videos available of this model and decided to go ahead and shoot one. So here's a link if you're interested in this model.

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Re: Video Kato Kobo NYC M-497 Jet Car
« Reply #1 on: February 02, 2012, 02:44:56 PM »
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Mike, thanks for sharing.
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Re: Video Kato Kobo NYC M-497 Jet Car
« Reply #2 on: February 02, 2012, 06:31:47 PM »
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It is nicely executed, though the tinted windows are incorrect.  No Budd car had tinted windows in normal passenger service.  Also worth noting, the prototype was unable to move itself except by the the Jet engines, and that was one way.  The drive shafts were removed for the tests and the car had to use NYC road switchers to be moved around.

Thanks for the video link!!!
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