I believe that the concept was a device, contained in the little oval
transformer case with a big button on top, that a child banged with a fist
to stop and start a train.  It had problems working with the 3 position
reverse unit and elsewhere, so it was not produced.

Can I ask a question here?  What is the fascination with this thing?  What
are you guys into, trains or oddball junk?  The track torpedo never existed,
but if it did, would it just make your day?  Does it somehow enhance your
railroading experience.  Would you spend actual money to own one?  You can
make one in an hour's time.  Look at the picture in the catalog.  This can't
be hard.  Would you like me to make a dozen?  Would you pay me a hundred
bucks apiece for them?  I'd be happy to do it.  Anything to realize your
fondest toy train dreams.

Will there be any more to this track torpedo thread?  Are there still
countless wonderful stories of track torpedo usage in America's colorful
past?  Or are we done?

Chris Zizzo



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