Athearn - HO RTR - RS3 - New York Central (NYC) - (DCC Ready) #8313 (SKU 140-96756)
Available On: March 1, 2011
This B-B road switcher was a ubiquitous sight on American rails beginning in the 1950s as American Locomotive (Alco) snared 40% of the diesel loco market. Era 1950's to 1960's and beyond.
Key Features:
► Fully assembled and ready to operate
► Highly Upgraded MDC tooling
► Details to match specific prototypes
► Factory installed metal grab irons
► Factory installed Celcon handrails
► See-through cab
► Prototype specific headlight configuration
► Prototype specific exhaust stack
► Prototype specific pilot
► Equipped with Quick Plug DCC technology
► Directional headlights
► Machined RP25 profile metal wheels
► McHenry semi-scale operating knuckle couplers installed
► New Drive Train featuring underframe, with five pole motor with machined brass flywheels and hex drive shafts
Pre-Order Deadline: May 20, 2010
Expected Delivery: October 2010