Although there is nothing at Life-Like's web site (yet), information on the new Proto 2000 Alco RS-27 models is on Walthers' web site:
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The model is available decorated for all of the original Class 1 owners of RS-27s, plus undecorated and demonstrator versions: Alco Demonstrator Chicago & North Western Green Bay & Western Pennsylvania Soo Line Union Pacific Penn Central ConrailThe models are available standard or with DCC & sound, retail $165 or $265. I have heard that the expected ship date is December 5, 2005.