HO Bachmann 4-6-4 J3a Hudson New York Central #5438 (Gothic Lettering) 53604

HO Scale 4-6-4 J3a Hudson - New York Central #5438 (Gothic Lettering)

As the demand for rail travel increased in the 1920s, the need for faster, more powerful locomotives to pull the 20th Century Limited and other express services along the New York Central's Water Level Route became clear. The solution was delivered by the American Locomotive Company in 1927, as the 4-6-4 Hudson entered service alongside its namesake Hudson River. The type quickly became a symbol of both the New York Central and fast, luxury rail travel.

Factory-set for maximum realism and equipped with a TCS WOWSound® CD-quality 16-bit 44,100Hz decoder with Audio Assist®, the Hudson arrives factory-programmed for maximum realism with a steam locomotive sound package that features user-definable whistle options, bell, blowdown, cylinder cocks, water fill, coupler close and release, brake application and release, momentum, grade crossing quill, station announcements, and more.

Key Features

• DCC sound-equipped for sound, speed, direction, and lighting control
• True CD-quality audio in 16-bit 44,100Hz sound
• Keep-Alive® device that keeps your engine running during power interruptions due to dirty track or loss of electrical contact
• Voice-guided Audio Assist® programming tool for easy set-up of almost all decoder functionality
• Dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder
• Precision motor with flywheel for smooth performance and strong pulling power
• All-metal die-cast chassis for substantial weight
• Operating directional headlight and reverse light
• Operating smoke unit with easy-access on/off switch
• Blackened metal side rods
• Blackened metal wheels with RP25 contours
• Detailed Walschaerts valve gear
• Fine-scale handrails and numerous separately applied details
• E-Z Mate® Mark II knuckle couplers on the front and rear

Specifications

• Scale: HO Scale (1:87)
• Prototype: J3a "Super Hudson" 4-6-4 steam locomotive
• Road Name: New York Central (NYC)
• Road Number: #5438
• Lettering Style: Authentic New York Central "Gothic" style lettering on tender
• Control System: Factory-installed DCC On Board decoder for operation on both conventional DC (analog) layouts and NMRA-compliant DCC systems
• Minimum Curve Radius: 18 inches (R18)
• Item Number: 53604

The Bachmann HO scale 4-6-4 J3a Hudson captures the essence of the famous NYC passenger engine that was a cornerstone of the New York Central Railroad's fast passenger service. This model specifically replicates engine number 5438, featuring the distinct Gothic style lettering applied to the tender during its operational history.

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