Uploaded August 2021 | Updated September 2026, 15 minutes ago
In this video we will be taking a look at MENARDS Santa Fe F3 Diesel Locomotive, 1/48th O Scale, These engines have been in development for several years and delayed further by COVID-19.
This limited edition is our first locomotive, (200 produced) and MENARDS wants to know your opinion of the model's appearance, functionality, reliability, performance, value, and most of all, did you have fun running it? This will help guide us in the future. Released on the OGR Forum on July 12, 2021. All aboard for a model train adventure with Train Room Gary.
▶︎ This video is for ages 14 & up.
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▶︎ Item number: Santa Fe F3 Diesel - SKU: 2793945 - $129.99 + Shipping & SalesTax
▶︎ Features:
• Very limited - Only 200 produced
• Two powerful motors - Great for pulling!
• Easy-to-use remote control with forward/reverse, horn, bells, and crew commentary
• Adjust volume with a dial on the side of the controller
• Call and response audio between engineer, fireman, and dispatcher (25 phrases)
• Directional lighting illuminates going forward and backwards and lighted number boards
• Rugged stamped-steel frame
• Metal trucks with die-cast frames
• Realistic train sounds with on/off switch (located on underside of engine)
• Locomotive Weight: 2lb. 12 oz.
• Locomotive Dimensions: 13"L x 2-1/2"W x 3-1/2"H (not including horns)
• 4 Traction Tires
• Two figures in the cab. Engineer & Conductor.
▶︎ Radio-EquippedThe F3 comes with an easy-to-use hand-held wireless controller. Easy for youngsters or adults to hold and use.• Easy rotating forward-reverse directional control• Select horn or bell sounds• Trigger crew communications• Adjustable volume control• Quick battery replacement
▶︎ The Iconic F3 Locomotive
The classic F3 locomotive hails design from the Golden Age of American railroading and offers mighty O gauge action with two-motor power for hauling long trains.
The F3 is an iconic locomotive, often dubbed "the diesel that did it," in the transition from steam to diesel locomotives. The Menards F3 features America's most recognized railway graphics - the classic Santa Fe War-Bonnet livery that set a new visual standard for railway graphic design
▶︎ Not Just a Pretty Face
This precision crafted model has two powered motors, a rugged die-cast metal frame, metal truck side-frames, and power pickup rollers on each wheel set.
The F3 comes equipped with crew figures in the illuminated cab. Safety is assured along the line with a bright LED headlight, backup light, and classification lighting. The model has working front and rear couplers.
Cast-in detailing includes portholes, rivet and seam detail, and exhaust and radiator fans.
The model showcases premium painting and decoration of the complex Santa Fe silver, black, red, and yellow livery.
The F3 measures 13 inches long and easily operates on O-31 diameter curves, and all contemporary track brands.
▶︎ Link to MENARDS®
menards.com/main/O-Gauge-Train-Stuff-from-Menards/c-14331.htm
▶︎ Hi • Train Room Gary from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway.
If this video helps you out, remember to hit me up with a “Like” and “Subscribe”.
▶︎ Production
Editing Software: Final Cut Pro X Version 10.5.3 on an iMacOS Big Sur 11.4
Artwork & Titles: Adobe Photoshop
Cameras: iPhone 11 Pro • Canon T6i • GoPro Max
▶︎ Train Room Gary • Production / Detroit, Michigan USA
▶︎ e- mail accepted at: trainroom@gmail.com
▶︎ Some of the narration by: Train Room Pam
▶︎ The Layout - Brief Specs
This layout is a shelf layout - 24 feet long with about 10 foot turnarounds on each end.
4 Mail Lines with 7 sidings,
Track: Tubular Track by K-Line Shadow Rail on a cork road bed. (No longer in production)
Lionel and K-line 0 Gauge Switches
Main Transformer: Lionel ZW-L with 4 180W Powerhouse Bricks
Second Transformer: Lionel CW 80
Control Systems: Lionel Cab 1 • Lionel Universal Remote • LionChief Plus Remotes
• Lionel’s Bluetooth APP • LVC Lionel Voice Control
• MTH DCS & Wi-Fi
▶︎ Train Room Gary is a Supporting Member on the: OGR Forum @
ogrforum.ogaugerr.com
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In this video we will be taking a look at MENARDS Santa Fe F3 Diesel Locomotive, 1/48th O Scale, These engines have been in development for several years and delayed further by COVID-19.
This limited edition is our first locomotive, (200 produced) and MENARDS wants to know your opinion of the model's appearance, functionality, reliability, performance, value, and most of all, did you have fun running it? This will help guide us in the future. Released on the OGR Forum on July 12, 2021. All aboard for a model train adventure with Train Room Gary.
▶︎ This video is for ages 14 & up.
❤ Thank you for watching my video!
If you enjoyed this video, please hit the like button & leave some comments.
Also, don't forget to subscribe to my channel and click the “bell” icon to be the first to know about my latest video releases!
▶︎ Item number: Santa Fe F3 Diesel - SKU: 2793945 - $129.99 + Shipping & SalesTax
▶︎ Features:
• Very limited - Only 200 produced
• Two powerful motors - Great for pulling!
• Easy-to-use remote control with forward/reverse, horn, bells, and crew commentary
• Adjust volume with a dial on the side of the controller
• Call and response audio between engineer, fireman, and dispatcher (25 phrases)
• Directional lighting illuminates going forward and backwards and lighted number boards
• Rugged stamped-steel frame
• Metal trucks with die-cast frames
• Realistic train sounds with on/off switch (located on underside of engine)
• Locomotive Weight: 2lb. 12 oz.
• Locomotive Dimensions: 13"L x 2-1/2"W x 3-1/2"H (not including horns)
• 4 Traction Tires
• Two figures in the cab. Engineer & Conductor.
▶︎ Radio-EquippedThe F3 comes with an easy-to-use hand-held wireless controller. Easy for youngsters or adults to hold and use.• Easy rotating forward-reverse directional control• Select horn or bell sounds• Trigger crew communications• Adjustable volume control• Quick battery replacement
▶︎ The Iconic F3 Locomotive
The classic F3 locomotive hails design from the Golden Age of American railroading and offers mighty O gauge action with two-motor power for hauling long trains.
The F3 is an iconic locomotive, often dubbed "the diesel that did it," in the transition from steam to diesel locomotives. The Menards F3 features America's most recognized railway graphics - the classic Santa Fe War-Bonnet livery that set a new visual standard for railway graphic design
▶︎ Not Just a Pretty Face
This precision crafted model has two powered motors, a rugged die-cast metal frame, metal truck side-frames, and power pickup rollers on each wheel set.
The F3 comes equipped with crew figures in the illuminated cab. Safety is assured along the line with a bright LED headlight, backup light, and classification lighting. The model has working front and rear couplers.
Cast-in detailing includes portholes, rivet and seam detail, and exhaust and radiator fans.
The model showcases premium painting and decoration of the complex Santa Fe silver, black, red, and yellow livery.
The F3 measures 13 inches long and easily operates on O-31 diameter curves, and all contemporary track brands.
▶︎ Link to MENARDS®
menards.com/main/O-Gauge-Train-Stuff-from-Menards/c-14331.htm
▶︎ Hi • Train Room Gary from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway.
If this video helps you out, remember to hit me up with a “Like” and “Subscribe”.
▶︎ Production
Editing Software: Final Cut Pro X Version 10.5.3 on an iMacOS Big Sur 11.4
Artwork & Titles: Adobe Photoshop
Cameras: iPhone 11 Pro • Canon T6i • GoPro Max
▶︎ Train Room Gary • Production / Detroit, Michigan USA
▶︎ e- mail accepted at: trainroom@gmail.com
▶︎ Some of the narration by: Train Room Pam
▶︎ The Layout - Brief Specs
This layout is a shelf layout - 24 feet long with about 10 foot turnarounds on each end.
4 Mail Lines with 7 sidings,
Track: Tubular Track by K-Line Shadow Rail on a cork road bed. (No longer in production)
Lionel and K-line 0 Gauge Switches
Main Transformer: Lionel ZW-L with 4 180W Powerhouse Bricks
Second Transformer: Lionel CW 80
Control Systems: Lionel Cab 1 • Lionel Universal Remote • LionChief Plus Remotes
• Lionel’s Bluetooth APP • LVC Lionel Voice Control
• MTH DCS & Wi-Fi
▶︎ Train Room Gary is a Supporting Member on the: OGR Forum @
ogrforum.ogaugerr.com
----------------------------------------------------------------
trainroomgary - All Rights Reserved 2011 - 2020
----------------------------------------------------------------
▶︎ Music in this video from: YouTube Audio Library
You're free to use these songs and monetize your video.
United States of America • Copyright Fair Use Act • Copyright Infringement NOT intended. For entertainment purposes only on YouTube
