Built by Baldwin in the 1940's, the VO-1000 diesel locomotives could be found in both yard and mainline service across the country. Atlas' version is a true replica of the handsome engine. Features Include: -Directional lighting -Step guards and exhaust stacks as appropriate per railroad -Painted safety rails -Blackened metal wheels -Factory-equipped with AccuMate? knuckle couplers -Improved slower speed motor for closer to scale speeds! -Two versions: Decoder-equipped (Lenz) or non-decoder equipped (Note: You cannot convert these locomotives to Rapido couplers.)