PRE-ORDER: Walthers Mainline 910-20019 - Plymouth ML-8 Industrial Switcher w/ DCC Non Sound Black with Yellow Stripes - HO Scale

Pre-Order Due Date:  March 31, 2025

Most manufacturers give a Pre Order ETA which can be seen near the 'add to cart' button. They also give a due date which is indicative of when the product is expected to go into production.

There is a 5% NON-refundable deposit for preorders, this amount will be deducted from the price of the product when it arrives.  You will see how much downpayment is required after adding the item to your cart.

For any pre-order submitted after the due date, we will try our best to fulfill your order, but are at the mercy of the manufacturer and if they produce more than were preordered by their dealers.

Pre-Orders will show a 0 shipping cost now, and shipping will be included on your invoice at time of product arrival.

When the product(s) are available to ship, you will receive an invoice via email and text through Intuit QuickBooks for the remaining 95%. Message and data rates may apply.

Please note that Estimated Arrival Dates can change at any point. Midwest Model Railroad is not responsible for manufacturers delaying production.

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Small in size but packed with power, WalthersMainline(R) ML-8 diesel switchers are perfect for railroad shops, short lines and industries. Fully assembled and ready for service, the HO models feature:

• Prototypes in service 1920s to the present with several now in museums
• Used as shop switchers by railroads & all types of industries
• Available with SoundTraxx(R) DCC decoder (no sound function/s) for use on DCC layouts only
• DCC-equipped units include built-in CurrentKeeper(TM) to maintain performance during brief power interruptions over switches and dirty track
• Three-point suspension for positive track contact
• Highly detailed, heavy die-cast metal underframe and hood
• Etched metal, see-through radiator guard
• Separate metal handrails
• Painted, Unlettered locos include decals with Cornerstone(R) industry logos, numbers and more
• Fully-assembled, ready to enjoy - perfect loco for small layouts

Powerful WalthersMainline drive with:

• Five-pole skew-wound motor
• Prototypical low speed gearing
• Helical-cut gears for quiet operation
• All-wheel drive and electrical pickup
• Machined brass flywheel
• Constant and directional LED lights
• RP-25 metal wheels
• Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers