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New pilots will also grace the front of select models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features of the Alco PA-1 + PB-1 New Run\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrect nose and roof profiles 3D-scanned from the prototype\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoads of roadname-specific details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eATSF re-powered units feature unique roof blister and EMD style fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA units and A-B sets available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic or non-dynamic brake versions, where appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull underbody piping and conduit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate grab irons and handrails installed at the factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched-metal grilles, where appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLit number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull cab interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating Gyralite or red Mars light, where appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapido's proven drive system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC\/Silent (21-pin DCC Ready) or DC\/DCC\/Sound options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eESU LokSound V5 Decoder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale and Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/ho-scale\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHO scale\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e model set featuring an Alco PA-2 (A unit) and a PB-2 (B unit) \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/locomotives\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003ediesel locomotive\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finished in the iconic and sleek Alco Demonstrator maroon, yellow, and stainless steel paint scheme, with road number #8375.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The set is equipped with a factory-installed ESU LokSound V5 Decoder for full DCC functionality and authentic, high-quality sounds recorded from the prototype. The models are also designed to run on standard DC layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrototype Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e The models feature correct nose and roof profiles, which were generated using a 3D laser scan of a preserved prototype unit to ensure precise accuracy. This includes road-specific details appropriate for the Alco demonstrator units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePhysical Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes full underbody piping and conduit, separate factory-installed grab irons and handrails, and etched-metal grilles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features illuminated number boards and headlights, ground lights, and backup lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e A fully detailed cab interior with a lighted control stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilizes Rapido's proven drive system with dual flywheels for smooth operation and Macdonald-Cartier knuckle couplers compatible with all magnetic knuckle couplers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplementary Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnhance your layout with these related items from MPM Hobbies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/ho-scale-freight-cars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHO Scale Freight Cars\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/ho-scale-passenger-cars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHO Scale Passenger Cars\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/ho-scale-track\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHO Scale Track\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/dcc-decoders\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDCC Decoders and Accessories\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51199372525799,"sku":"RAP23543","price":547.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7798\/9095\/files\/MPM_1_964b623e-7c27-4f1b-bb3b-0b463162d032.jpg?v=1753911788","url":"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/products\/rapido-alco-pa-2-pb-2-ho-scale-dcc-sound-demonstrator-8375-023543","provider":"MPM Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}