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Our finely crafted Doodlebug is reminiscent of the early to mid 20th century when Doodlebugs where a common sight on shortlines and branchlines. Our superbly detailed model includes working headlight and marker lights, detailed and lit interior, opening doors, and our new 2 axle power truck. Our Doodlebug is sure to be a fine addition to any G-gauge layout.
Prototype Information:
The Doodlebug was common in the early to mid 20th century. On shortlines and branchlines where traffic densities where to heavy for use of the Railbus yet not heavy enough for the use of locomotive hauled trains, the Doodlebug was a practical solution to the needs of passenger operations. Much like its smaller cousin the Railbus, the gasoline and later diesel powered Railbus was cheaper to maintain and faster to service and turn around then traditional steam locomotive hauled passenger trains.
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