I picked up a couple of these MTH Russian Iron (aka 'Blue') boilered Triplexes (One Gauge) with a recent purchase and wanted to share some photos on what the production model actually looked like. I haven't seen many good quality pics that I felt accurately depicted the actual tone of blue/grey the production model had. Most people (including myself originally) preferred the black boiler version but having seen the blue in person I have to say it does look good.
For more info see the following pages:
Additional Photos and Product information page: http://www.rayman4449.com/MTH_Triplex.htm
Repairs/Modifications page: http://www.rayman4449.com/MTH_Triplex_mods.htm
These pages are accessible directly off my homepage at: www.rayman4449.com
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