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Nov 8, 2019 - N Scale

Kato - N Scale - MP36PH Chicago METRA Gallery Bi-Level Commuter Train Starter Series 4-Unit Set

 

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Kato USA will re-release the popular and long sold-out MP36PH Chicago Metra Gallery Bi-Level Commuter Train Starter Series set (now the only way to get the Chicago Metra MP36PH locomotive) in March of next year! The MP36PH will have adjusted paint to better match the newest releases of the N scale F40PH Chicago Metra in their new paint scheme!

The Chicago Metra MP36PH Starter Series set will also be available for the first time with pre-installed DCC as a standard Distributor item!

 

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Prototype Information:

Manufactured by Motive Power Inc (MPI), the MP36PH is a commuter service locomotive that is utilized by regional transit agencies all across the United States and Canada. In Chicago, IL, these distinct locomotives operate on Metra train lines in “push-pull” service, running hourly commuter bi-level trains in and out of the downtown stations to serve the approximately 300,000 daily riders that use it to go to and from the surrounding suburbs.

Model Features:

  • Designed to operate pulling Nippon Sharyo Gallery Bi-Level Cars
  • The MP36PH locomotive uses a sophisticated lightpiping and LED system to give it directional headlight and taillight functions across all six of its nose lights, as well as illuminated pre-printed numberboards for push/pull operation.
  • Locomotive's heavy duty five-pole motor and mechanism designed to pull a 10 car bi-level consist up a 4% grade without the need for a traction tire.
  • Drop in DCC compatible with the Train Control Systems K4D6.

 

MP36PH Chicago METRA Gallery Bi-Level Commuter Train Starter Series 4-Unit Set

  • MPI MP36PH Locomotive Chicago Metra #427 (with revised paint)
  • Gallery Bi-Level Coach Chicago Metra #6070
  • Gallery Bi-Level Coach Chicago Metra #6153
  • Gallery Bi-Level Cab-Coach Chicago Metra #8507

 

Order Due Date: March/April 28, 2020

Anticipated Delivery Date: April/May 2020


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Product Details

Kato - N Scale - Chicago Metra Bi-Level Commuter Train-Only Set - Standard DC - MP36PH, 2 Bi-Level Coaches, Bi-Level Cab Car - Expected Release Date: 2024-05-01
381-1068701
 		$235.00
Kato - N Scale - Chicago Metra Bi-Level Commuter Train-Only Set - with Pre-Installed DCC - Includes: MP36PH Locomotive, 2 Bi-Level Coaches, Bi-Level Club Car - Expected Release Date: 2024-05-01
381-1068701DCC
 		$335.00

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