HO Scale Bombardier LRC
Since 1982, the Bombardier LRC (Light, Rapid, Comfortable) has dominated VIA
Rail Canada services in the Ontario-Quebec Corridor. VIA has recently
announced a major rebuilding project that will extend the lives of the
coaches and "VIA 1" cars by another 20 years.
Our new Ready-to-Run LRC locomotive, LRC coach and LRC "VIA 1" car
feature the same level of detail as our other Super Continental Line
passenger trains. The first release is the original VIA paint scheme. More
paint schemes and locomotive/car numbers will follow.
We are also producing the LRC in Amtrak colors. Amtrak tested the LRC
between 1980 and 1982 and the locomotives and cars could be seen primarily
in the Northeast and the Midwest.
The LRC passenger cars have shipped to dealers. The LRC locomotives will be available in late 2012. Click on a links below for more details.
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The LRC project is being made possible with the gracious assistance of Exporail, Canada's national railway museum. This incredible collection alone is worth the trip to the Montreal area. Click on the image below to visit Exporail.
With the help of donations from enthusiats world-wide The Toronto Railway Historical Association has purchased LRC locomotive number 6917 from VIA Rail Canada. This unique piece of Canadian railway history has been saved. A special thanks to everyone who donated as we could not have done it without you! Now the fun really begins! To find out how you can help click on the banner below...
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