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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
In case you didn't get a chance to see Ryan in person at the National Train Show this last weekend, here he is! Look for him in stores in early 2023!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Now that we've officially revealed our first sample of Peter Sam in HO/OO (009), we figured we should show off some closer detail shots! **Note: this is an UNPAINTED sample** Production models will wear his full color scheme!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Thomas fans; here's your boy! Estimated arrival: Spring 2022
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
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We seem to recall promising some photos of a certain upcoming addition to our Thomas & Friends™ range some time ago... so let's make up for that!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
I asked you not to make me tap the sign
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Ok, I'm afraid we're gonna drag the suspense out a little longer on this... but we're not leaving you empty-handed. This should be a pretty big hint for what's to come! 🧐 Don't worry, a proper reveal is coming soon!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
That's certainly a familiar looking shape 👀
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Yes, the rumors are true... Tune in today for a very special #ThomasTuesday live stream with TrainWorld. If you're a Thomas & Friends™ fan, we guarantee you won't want to miss it! #RyanReveal
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
Green's our favorite color. We love it more than yellow and blue combined. #BachmannTrains
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
“Here's James!”
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
A little tram engine, Toby is his name... in this case, very little! The arrival of our first painted sample of N Scale Toby means we're getting closer to his release!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Since we gave you a sneak preview of a certain red N scale engine more than a few weeks ago now, we figured it was about time to do a "proper" unveiling...
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Here's the first look at our upcoming Large-Scale Diesel on the way to our Thomas & Friends™ lineup. As you can see, he's very happy for the popular demand.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Now in stock: Thomas the Tank Engine™ and Percy in N Scale!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
By now you probably know that everyone's favorite dockyard engine is coming back to our line, but did you know that we made some very small paint updates? Let us know if you can spot the main difference with the previous model (hint: it's a VERY subtle change)!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
We hope this makes you feel a little jolly this Wednesday...
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Who's ready to add a Narrow Gauge Box Van and Brake Van to their Skarloey Railway fleet? We just received our first painted samples from the factory, so expect to see these in stores in the near future!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
1 year
The first samples of our HOn30 (009) Talyllyn Railway 0-4-2ST "Talyllyn" have arrived from the factory! These models represent the famous Welsh locomotive in three eye-catching schemes worn in preservation. Which one is your favorite? *Colors and details subject to change*
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Painted N scale James reveal at 50k
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Why are we sharing a screenshot of a neighborhood outside of Columbus, OH? Take a look at those street names... notice anything familiar? 🤨
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Here are the changes we've made to our HO Salty, with our new (top) and old (bottom) models for comparison! • All colors are updated • The paint on the chassis has been extended part-way up the running board • Wheels and rods are now blackened nickel What do you think?
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Look what got "dropped off" at Brendam Docks on our Thomas & Friends™ display layout... Now featuring a yellow line between the red and cream. Coming late 2022!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Let us know when you find out
@EEngine93
EnterprisingEngine93
4 years
what is the meaning of life
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
1 year
Here's a full side-shot of Beau - arriving later this year in HO scale!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
1 year
Here's a full side-profile shot of N scale Emily! She's still very much under development, but she's certainly unmistakable!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
We thought a locomotive would go great with the #NScale @ThomasFriends rolling stock we showed you before. Take a look at our unpainted Percy (58792)!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
6 years
Here's a peek at Narrow Gauge Rusty (Item No. 58603). NO DELIVERY DATE YET! #ThomasAndFriends #narrowgaugerusty
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
1 year
Are you ready for Beau? Catch the full reveal tonight at 6PM ET with @Trainworld
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
We're always impressed with the ingenuity of our fans! Thanks to Charlie Guinasso for sharing these photos of his custom-made N Scale Henrietta! In true Sodor fashion, it was brought into the scene for photos on a plank wagon, with our HO model tagging along for comparison!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
11 months
Just a sneak peek for now 👀
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
Your last look at what's to come to our #NScale @ThomasFriends lineup is an unpainted sample of Thomas the Tank Engine™. The classic trio of Thomas, Annie, and Clarabel will be a great addition to your layout.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
We know most of you are probably aware of this already, but a certain Geisel-funneled HO Narrow Gauge locomotive is making his way to retailers now... Thanks to @legomastr365_ for sharing this great photo featuring a custom driver (not included with the model).
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝
@TheRealTrampy
Trampy
5 years
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
Who's ready for some #NScale @ThomasFriends rolling stock? Here's an unpainted sneak peek!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
The first sample of a certain "well-mannered" brake van is here! Don't worry, this isn't his final color scheme - he's just a pre-production model! Featuring all-new tooling, Toad is expected to ship in N scale in 2023 🙂
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
1 year
Get ready for a very special #ThomasTuesday with @Trainworld tonight at 6PM EST!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
1 year
Who's ready for tonight? Tune in with @Trainworld at 6PM ET!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
1 year
Who's ready to add these box vans to their HO Thomas & Friends™ trains? Coming later this year!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
HO Scale Thomas & Friends™ fans. The one-plank wagons are now available! Check out Item Nos. 77402-77404 at or at your favorite hobby retailer today.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
1 year
Check your Bachmann retailers for stock in the coming weeks - these two have arrived!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
How beautiful is our newest Thomas & Friends™ product announcement? Oh... it's a little blurry, you say? I'll make sure it looks better on our Facebook Live event with @Trainworld tomorrow night at 6pm EDT!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
@TheToadTrain WATCH OUT HE'S RIGHT BEHIND YOU
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
ALSO: Item No. 58739 - Thomas the Tank Engine™ LBSC 70 is now available!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Just in time for the garden railroading season - the Large Scale Thomas & Friends™ Red Coaches are shipping now!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
@HunterStack7 Our Thomas & Friends™ line will not be affected.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
Take a look at this unpainted sample and guess as to what will be joining our #NScale @ThomasFriends rolling stock with the Troublesome Trucks!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
PSA: We'll show Peter Sam and Daisy once we have something to show. We've hit some delays in production on those. Thank you for your patience.
@TheLilWestern
Westie
4 years
@bachmanntrains @Trainworld Will there be any sign of your other releases? Such as PeterSam and Daisy?
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
PSA TIME: Thomas & Friends™ fans - We're sorry to report we have no updates on HO Daisy or Peter Sam at this time. When we do, we promise to share them. We appreciate your patience and are eager to get them to you as soon as we can. They'll be in some time in 2021.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Although the train shown here is from our counterpart UK operation (Bachmann Branchline), this is still too cool not to share!
@NSE_Latchmere
Network Southeast Latchmere ❤️🤍💙
3 years
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Scam site alert! Just a reminder to exercise caution when shopping online - Bachmann Sale is a fake site without real inventory, pretending to be our site. We're working to have it taken down, but until then, help us spread the word that it's fake!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Food $200 Internet $150 Rent $1,300 Model Trains $15,400 Utilities $150 someone who is good at the economy please help me budget this. I am struggling
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
We love this scene! Thanks to @all4nerds_nerd4all on Instagram for sharing this amazing shot of his Thomas & Friends™ themed layout!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Our new British Track-Cleaning Brake Van is equipped with European-style hook and loop couplers to work with your Thomas & Friends™ collection! Each car will come with a reusable and replaceable cleaning pad. Coming early 2022!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Joke’s on you. Our followers are already super
@Complex
Complex
3 years
Twitter is set to launch a new paid subscription feature on the app.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Who's ready to add the Narrow Gauge Brake Van and Box Van to their Skarloey Railway trains? Coming soon in HO Narrow Gauge (and yes, the final models will be painted - these are just test samples!)
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
6 years
Paxton image has been updated. Still coming later this year. #Thomasandfriends
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Who's ready to add the Museum Coaches to their #ThomasandFriends collection? These new HO passenger coaches are shipping now!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
7 years
Sneak peak of Narrow Gauge Rheneas. NO DELIVERY DATE YET! Watch our website & social media for more info. #ThomasandFriends #rheneas
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Large Scale Diesel and Paxton are almost here! Look for these great Thomas & Friends™ character additions at your favorite Bachmann retailer in the coming weeks!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Big thanks to @Train_Broke for sharing this beautiful shot of our HO Narrow-Gauge Skarloey (Item No. 56801). We love seeing photo submissions! Email info @bachmanntrains .com with your photo for a chance to be featured.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Does anybody want a first look at Large Scale Diesel today? (I promise it'll be an actual photo)
@worksstation1
WorksStation1 🇮🇪
4 years
@bachmanntrains @Trainworld Please be g scale diesel please be g scale dieael
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
The moment you've all been waiting for is almost here. Rosie (Red) [58819] has arrived in our warehouse and is shipping to retailers now! Check your favorite hobby store and our web store soon for the latest HO @ThomasFriends addition.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
This is me being calm, cool, and nonchalant.... . . . and also announcing that HO Scale Thomas & Friends™ Busy Bee James (Item No. 58821) is also available now.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
What's BIG news but small in size? Look for photos this afternoon... Yes, you should get excited! #ThomasTuesday
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
We’ve restocked some familiar faces in our Thomas & Friends™ line. Visit to check out Gordon (58744) and Toby (58747), along with the rest of our HO scale lineup.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
Check out our new HO Scale @ThomasFriends rolling stock. Mining Wagon w/ Load (77001), Sodor Coal Co w/ Load (77002), Sodor Scrap Co Wagon (77003), Sodor Logging Co Flat Wagon w/ Logs (77004), Available on our web store now!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Thanks to all4nerds_nerd4all on Instagram for sharing these photos of their excellent Thomas & Friends™ inspired layout! Who else here has a layout based entirely on the Island of Sodor?
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
ANOTHER PSA: Maybe we will have some Thomas & Friends™ items 😎
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Happy May! Celebrate another day indoors by firing up that Netflix account and watching Prince Harry read an introduction to the new @ThomasFriends special: The Royal Engine.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
9 years
Spread the news. #BachmannTrains now offers ballast spreaders for HO, N, G, O 2-Rail & 3-Rail track.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Friendly reminder to cover your nose, too
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
Thanks to, well... let's just say someone very close to the Thomas & Friends™ range here at Bachmann for providing this photo of their home Christmas layout! Who's hoping to find some Thomas & Friends™ themed gifts under the tree this year?
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Can't wait to finally prove we're not sus next year
@nypost
New York Post
4 years
Twitter will reopen applications for blue checkmark verifications next year
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
Our @ThomasFriends Narrow Gauge HOn30 coaches in blue (77204) and red (77205) are in stock! Have you picked yours up yet?
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
We’re almost done putting together our 2021 catalog! I’m not supposed to show what the cover looks like yet, but I just couldn’t resist
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Help Santa make his deliveries with Thomas Saves Santa's Sleigh (Item No. 00773). This HO scale set features Thomas the Tank Engine™ with a Santa hat and plow, a sleigh load on a plank wagon, and a "Naughty or Nice" brake van with Santa himself riding onboard! Available now!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
@turtlesanthomas I was legally obligated to change our bio for you.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
5 years
RUSTY (Item No. 58603), Bachmann’s newest Narrow Gauge Thomas & Friends™ engine, HAS ARRIVED and is being shipped to dealers. He’ll also be available through our web store soon.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
@media_integer curb stomping < just not buying the product you don’t like
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
PSA - Product announcements you see from anywhere other than @bachmanntrains should be treated as rumors until confirmed. Except the one below, which is flat out made up. Without giving too much away, our NEWs and scale badges have been redesigned for this year.
@sodordan
sodor_dan-da-man
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@bachmanntrains So its not this then @bachmanntrains .some pretty creative photo shoppers around.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Where’s the lie
@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
@SodorRyModeler Thanks for sharing! I've passed it along to our product development team and they're looking into it 🙂
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Hope you enjoyed our segment! Keep your eyes peeled for even more product announcements in the coming days 👀 *cough*Saturday*cough*
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
@sodordan We’ve done research into the G Scale Gordon and are hesitant to move forward because that big guy will not be price-friendly
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
These comments are making my day. I'm still here for another two weeks!
@PikaPikaStmWks
PikaPika StmWks (Taylor’s Version)
3 years
Thank you Trevor for your excellent service and the good laughs!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
It's Thomas Tuesday and we're joining @Trainworld for another live stream event! Trust us, you won't want to miss this one... Without giving too much away, let's just say we have an exciting update we know many of you have been waiting for!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
May the 4-6-0 be with you... early this summer.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
There you have it, folks. February 18th - be there or be square
@Trainworld
TrainWorld.com
4 years
CALLING ALL THOMAS FANS! We will be hosting an exclusive @bachmanntrains Thomas & Friends virtual event on Thursday, February 18th at 6:00PM EST on Facebook (TrainWorld) & YouTube (TrainWorldTV)! We hope that you can join us for a fun-filled evening. Stay tuned for more updates!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
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Who's ready for a very special #ThomasTuesday with @Trainworld ? Tonight, Doug Blaine will be introducing our first (unpainted) sample of HO Scale Ryan to viewers on the live stream!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Needless to say, the notifications have been blowing up a bit today. If we didn’t get a chance to respond to your questions/comments/concerns, just now that we’re listening to you! Continue to tweet, email, Instagram comment/Facebook post away. We will get back to you!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
8 years
Here's a final image of our beautiful Rosie. NO DELIVERY DATE YET! #ThomasandFriends #thomasthetankengine
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
We're still working on his face, so for now, this is what we can show you, but I'm sure you can guess who this little N Scale guy is... Also, this is probably obvious, but we should mention that this is an unpainted sample - the finished model will be fully painted 😎
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
8 years
Official image of Oliver. He is arriving early 2017. @thomasandfriends
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
@TTTE_Cartoonist Tapping the sign until my finger bleeds
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
4 years
Have a great weekend, everyone! We'll be back for more fun and bad Twitter jokes on Monday.
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
3 years
We definitely recommend tuning in to our live stream with @Trainworld tomorrow at 6PM EDT!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Now shipping in Large Scale: new Thomas & Friends™ plank wagons!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
2 years
Who's that at the controls? Why yes, it's our very own Doug Blaine - operating a Polish Px48 steam locomotive at the Środa District Railway while visiting last week!
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@bachmanntrains
Bachmann Trains USA
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Hit 10,000 followers on our 10th year on Twitter. Thank you all! Stay tuned for more great content!
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