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Those Incredible Alcos Vol 3 DVD
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Those Incredible Alcos Vol 3 DVD Pentrex ALCO3-DVD 748268004339
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Sleek Century Behemoths - Late 251 Production & Beyond

In the third of Pentrex's three-volume series about the incredible Alco diesel, the Century models show their muscle. These 251-powered locomotives were the last group produced by Alco before operations ceased in 1969. Montreal Locomotive Works continued to build these Alco-designed diesels until selling to Bombardier, which carried the torch until 1988. The progression of models built by these three companies is followed in chronological order to bring our series to a close.

The search for sleek Century behemoths took us throughout North America. Surviving Alco C415, C420, C424, C425, C430, C628, C630, and C636 locomotives are viewed on main lines, shortlines, and industrial operations. MLW's RS37, C630M, M630, M636, M420, M420B, M420R, M420TR, and M420TR2 diesels lug, chug, and put on fantastic shows in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Bombardier LRC, M424, and HR616 units bring the series to an end.

Our show concludes with a narrow-gauge DL535E diesel working in California's Imperial Valley. Isolation makes it a rare catch for all but the most hardy Alcophile. You'll see the unit hauling cars of raw material across 27 miles of desert. The newest 251-powered diesel in the U.S. is a fitting end to our celebration of the enduring Alco diesel

DVD Special Feature:

  • Chapter Menu provides instant access to program segments.

1 Hour 57 Minutes
In Color with Stereo Sound and Narration
Full-screen (4x3) Format
No region code; can be played in any NTSC DVD player worldwide
Packaged in Sturdy Vinyl Clamshell Case
ISBN:1-56342-150-X
UPC: 7-48268-00433



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DVD Item#:ALCO3-DVD
Runtime:1 Hour, 57 Mins ($0.20/min)
Producer:Pentrex
Aspect Ratio:Full Screen
DVD UPC:748268004339
Shrink Wrapped?:Yes
Disc Type:DVD
Region Code:0 Worldwide NTSC
Those Incredible Alcos Vol 3 DVD
rrvideoman on 2010-02-21 12:14:34.

  •  5 of 5


Here is a collection that should be nominated "the Best Record of Trains". Absolutely the finest videos made of any type of trains by a manufacturer. Alcos were the most interesting engines of their day, and here Pentrex has done an excellent job at researching the engines, finding them and documenting them for us to see. From all parts of North America we see these machines of power still at work in various capacities. The program includes all the information we need to learn about these engines that are a part of history.

Vol. #3 is the final years of production of Alcos, and a few that went pass the American production. Here we see the 'C' and 'M' series of engines, and finally the introduction of Bombardier following the end of Montreal Locomotive Works.

Well done Pentrex. An excellent presentation that all video lovers of trains will treasure for years to come. 5 stars, no questions asked.

Additional remarks by rrvideoman:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Yes.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? A "Must Have"!

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Those Incredible Alcos Vol 3 DVD
NewRailFan on 2009-08-26 04:53:32.

  •  4 of 5


Great video on engine identification

Additional remarks by NewRailFan:
Narration: Just enough.
Would kids enjoy this? Maybe.
Image quality: Excellent!
DVD Value: Excellent Value!
Recommend to others? Definitely.

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