C90 ShovelnosE


The iconic  C90 Shovelnose is the second kit offered by Valley Locomotive Works. Based on the tried and true Kato NW2 Switcher chassis, the trucks and shell designed and 3d printed  by Ride Trains for Valley Locomotive Works. The body faithfully represents the locomotives purchased by the White Pass and Yukon starting in 1960s

To purchase this kit please contact Valley Locomotive Works by email or by calling 719-207-0692.    

Below is a detailed description of the components of the kit, 

Donor Loco for C-90 is a Kato EMD,  NW2 phase 1 Switcher



NW2 frame with 3D printed truck body, bottom clip, side frames and axels/wheel/gear sets.

NW2 frame power picks added

3D printed pieces- C-90 shell, Frame body interface [FBI] truck body, bottom clip, side frames.

Frame with FBI installed, and C-90 shell

Shell with FBI inserted in shell

3D printed shell with front side steps and rear steps

Frame with trucks installed. Early prototype in background.