History:
Unveiled in May of 1923, the Capitol Limited was Baltimore & Ohio's entry into the three-way fight for the lucrative east coast-Chicago passenger traffic. Unlike NYC and PRR who focused on New York City however, B&O emphasized its Washington-Chicago service, with a connecting New York City train. Popular from the
By 1953, B&O had acquired enough lightweight cars, many coming from canceled C&O orders, to streamline The Cap. Among them were three unique Strata-Dome sleepers making B&O the only road with domes in the east.
To maintain high levels of service and reduce costs in the late 1950s, The Cap was combined with its running mate The Columbian. Usually handling 13 cars, the combined train included a mix of coaches, food service cars, Strata-Domes and sleepers, along with occasional heavyweights when demand warranted.
Following the C&O take-over in 1963, a concerted effort was made
Although operating as two separate roads, equipment and motive power were freely mixed and matched, but no compromise was permitted in service, which was maintained right to the end in 1971.
A decade later, the Capitol Limited returned as a new
Based on the combined Capitol Limited of the late 1950s with its unique consist that included the famed Strata-Domes, Slumbercoaches, Twin-Unit Diner and other signature equipment behind new E9 diesels, this WalthersProto replica is a fitting tribute to one of America's greatest streamliners, perfect for operating or collecting!
Limited-Run Deluxe Edition B&O Capitol Limited
From Lunch Counter to Observation/Lounge, this limited-run set is the most realistic replica of the famed Capitol Limited available today! The WalthersProto Deluxe Edition Capitol Limited delivers a complete consist of 10 fully assembled HO Scale cars, each ready to enjoy in operation or on display.
But that's not all — for the first time, Deluxe Edition Capitol Limited cars feature factory-printed car names and numbers in addition to factory-Installed LED interior lighting that operates on DCC or DC layouts, and Preiser passengers (150+ figures total) — a $59.95 retail value per car if purchased separately — yours to enjoy with no extra work needed!
Limited to just 400 sets and sold only as a complete 10-car train, each superb replica includes eight newly-tooled signature models for an authentic late 1950s consist with Baggage-Dorm-Coffee Shop, Strata-Dome Coach, Strata-Dome Sleeper, Twin-Unit Full Diner & Kitchen Cars, 5-Bedroom Buffet Lounge Observation, 16-4 Sleeper, 56-Seat Coach, 24-8 Slumbercoach and 10-6 Sleeper with Fluted Sides.
Deluxe Edition cars are scheduled to arrive in the same month as the standard models, with the first release expected in November 2014. Individual Deluxe Edition cars vary in price between $110.00 and $120.00 each.
Like the original Capitol Limited, we expect this collectible car set to move quickly! Remember, previous Deluxe Edition Name Trains have sold out at Walthers in a matter of hours, so check with a participating hobby shop to reserve yours right away.
The consists are outlined on the Walthers web site as follows:
Capitol Limited Consists
Streamlined in 1953, the B&O Capitol Limited remained an all-Pullman train until 1950s, when it was combined with The Columbian.
| Here are some sample consists to help you get started. | |
Mid-February 1955
Baggage Dorm Lounge 16-4 Sleeper 16-4 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper - ATSF "Pine" Series (Washington - San Diego) Heavyweight 12-1 Sleeper 5-3-1 Strata-Dome Sleeper Heavyweight Diner 16-4 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper Observation-Lounge-Sleeper 1958 - #6 Chicago-Washington Eastbound Coffee Shop/Dorm/Baggage Slumbercoach 56-Seat Coach 56-Seat Coach 42-Seat Strata-Dome Coach 16-4 Sleeper Kitchen/Dorm (Twin Unit car) 64-Seat Full Diner (Twin Unit car) 5-3-1 Strata-Dome Sleeper 16-4 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper Observation-Lounge-Sleeper 1958 - #6 Washington-Baltimore Eastbound Coffee Shop/Dorm/Baggage Slumbercoach 10-6 Sleeper 56-Seat Coach 56-Seat Coach Diner 24 Roomette Duplex Sleeper* 10-6 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper Baggage/Buffet/Lounge 10-5 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper Coach Coffee Shop/Dorm/Baggage * Pullman-assigned L.S. Hungerford, or leased ATSF Indian Mesa or Indian Song |
Summer 1965 - #5 Washington-Chicago Westbound
Heavyweight Railway Post Office Heavyweight Railway Post Office Coffee Shop/Dorm/Baggage/Lounge Coach Coach Coach 42-Seat Strata-Dome Coach Coach Coach 16-4 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper 24-8 Slumbercoach 10-6 Sleeper 10-6 Sleeper PRR 13-Double Bedroom Sleeper 16-4 Sleeper 64-Seat Full Diner (Twin Unit car) Kitchen/Dorm (Twin Unit car) Mid-Train Lounge-Sleeper (former Observation) 10-6 Sleeper 14-4 Sleeper June 1968 - #5 Washington-Chicago Westbound Heavyweight Express Heavyweight Baggage Coach Strata Club (Snack Bar/Lounge, converted Strata-Dome Coach) Coach Diner 24-8 Slumbercoach 10-6 Sleeper Observation-Lounge-Sleeper Coach* Coach* Heavyweight Baggage* Heavyweight Express* * To Train #19 at Willard, Ohio June 1968 - #6 Chicago-Washington Eastbound Heavyweight Baggage Coach Coach Strata Club (Snack Bar/Lounge, converted Strata-Dome Coach) Coach Diner Slumbercoach 10-6 Sleeper Observation-Lounge-Sleeper* Coach* Coach 11-Double Bedroom Sleeper (C&O)* * From Train #20 at Willard, Ohio |
Welcome aboard Baltimore & Ohio's famed flagship, The Capitol Limited - the newest WalthersProto name train in HO scale, featuring:
- 10 Authentic B&O Cars — Most Available in Plastic for the Very First Time
- Eight Newly-Tooled Signature Cars
- Based on Cars in Regular "Cap" Service from the Late 1950s to 1971
- Real Metal Finish Simulates Stainless Steel as Appropriate
- Paint Color-Matched to Original Drift Cards
- Prototypically Accurate Window Tinting as Appropriate
- Factory-Installed Steel Grab Irons
- Car Name & Number Decals
- Turned Metal Wheelsets
- Proto MAX™ Metal Knuckle Couplers
Roaring across the Midwest or scaling the Alleghenies, B&O's E unit fleet was entrusted to keep The Cap on time, all the time! Replicas of the road's E9 and E8Bm diesels, our models are complete with authentic details, correct paint and lettering, and available in your choice of Soundtraxx® Tsunami® sound for DCC or DC layouts or Standard DC versions, featuring:
- Limited Edition — One-Time Run of these Engine Numbers
- Based on Class DP-6 (E9A Units) and Rebuilt DP7-X (E8Bm) Units featuring:
* Raised B&O Capitol Dome Logo
* Brass Nathan M5 Air Horn
* Single Headlight with Flush "Glass" and Gasket Detail
* Flush Number Boards
* ATS Shoe on Engineer Side Truck
* Stainless Steel Side Grilles
* Full Fuel Tank Skirts
* Improved Steam Generator Details - Available with Soundtraxx Tsunami Sound for DCC or DC Layouts
- Five-Pole, Skew-Wound, High-Torque, High-Efficiency Can Motor
- Helical Gears with 12:1 Ratio for Smooth, Ultra-Quiet Running
- Correct 36" Wheels
- Easy Multiple-Unit Operation
- Proto MAX™ Metal Knuckle Couplers
It looks like the train will be a great addition to anyone's layout.
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