Bachmann HO Scale Amtrak Acela II Train Set - The Future of High-Speed Rail
Launched in 2000, the Amtrak® Acela® made history as the first high-speed train service in North America, running between Washington D.C., New York City, and Boston at speeds upwards of 150 MPH. Now, just over 20 years later, the Acela® service continues to push the envelope for speed and modernity in the Northeast with the development of a new generation of hi-tech trains from Alstom.
What's Included in This Ready-to-Run Set
The Bachmann Amtrak® Acela® II Train Set features:
- Two locomotives (one powered, one non-powered), ready-to-run with analog control and speaker-equipped for upgrading to sound and DCC
- First Class passenger car with fully furnished interior
- Cafe Car with prototypical details
- Business Class Quiet Car
- 81" x 45" oval of snap-fit nickel silver E-Z Track® with concrete ties
- Power pack and speed controller
- Illustrated instructions
Premium Features and Details
- Powered sound-and-DCC-ready locomotive with installed speaker
- Non-powered locomotive with functioning lights
- Precision motor for smooth operation
- Working directional LED headlights and marker lights
- Operating ditch lights and number board lights
- Selector switch for choice between rail and pantograph operation
- Fully furnished interiors in all passenger cars
- LED interior lighting throughout
- Prototypical details per car
- Articulated coupling system for realistic movement
- Die-cast chassis for added weight and stability
Product Specifications
Scale: HO Scale (1:87), part of the Bachmann Spectrum series
Prototype: Model of the newest generation Amtrak Acela II (Avelia Liberty) trainsets that run on the Northeast Corridor
Track System: 81" x 45" oval of snap-fit nickel silver E-Z Track with concrete ties (minimum recommended curve: 22" radius)
Control: Includes power pack and speed controller for analog (DC) operation, with easy upgrade path to DCC (Digital Command Control)
SKU: BAC1206
Perfect for Modelers and Collectors
This set captures the cutting-edge design of America's premier high-speed rail service. Whether you're building a modern Northeast Corridor layout or adding to your passenger train collection, the Bachmann Amtrak Acela II delivers exceptional detail and performance right out of the box.
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