Trains.com Insider Interview | Jason Shron, the ever-enthusiastic founder and CEO of Rapido Trains Inc., returns to chat with David Popp about the shifting landscape of the model railroad industry. Jason provides a candid look at how tariffs are impacting preorders and production planning, and why the company is currently “swallowing” a portion of those costs to keep modelers on track.
The conversation goes full steam ahead with updates on Rapido’s Buffalo, N.Y., warehouse expansion, including plans for a local model train club. Then, get an exclusive look at the insane detailing on the new product offerings, including ALCO/MLW C-424 and C-425 units, GE U33C with its unique louvers, and the “uncirculated” surprise tucked into VIA Rail Canada F40PH-2D boxes. Stick around for a whirlwind warehouse tour featuring real bus engines, vintage train seats, and locomotive horns galore!
