{"product_id":"rapido-ho-alco-pa-1-pb-1-atsf-repowered-51a-51c-dcc-sound-023546","title":"HO Rapido PA-1 + PB-1 (DC\/DCC\/Sound): AT\u0026SF (Repowered): #51A + 51C - 023546","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRapido HO Scale ALCo PA-1 + PB-1 Diesel Locomotive Set - AT\u0026amp;SF Repowered #51A + #51C\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe popular Alco PA and PB series returns for a second run! Following the success of the first run, Rapido is pleased to offer new schemes and variations. On this run you'll notice certain roads now have the larger flat number boards as well as the original side boards. New pilots will also grace the front of select models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eScale and Type\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ho-scale\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHO scale\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e model set featuring an ALCo PA-1 (A unit) and a PB-1 (B unit) diesel locomotive, compatible with both DC and DCC layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePrototype-Specific Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model represents a unique variation of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/santa-fe\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eSanta Fe\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e units #51A and #51C, which were experimentally repowered in 1954 with EMD 567C prime movers. The model accurately features the resulting body modifications, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive roof blister\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEMD-style exhaust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour button-top EMD-style fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIconic Santa Fe \"Warbonnet\" paint scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe ALCo PA-1 + PB-1 New Run Features\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 with lighted control stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating Gyralite or red Mars light, where appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated headlights and ground lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapido's proven drive system with flywheels for smooth operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC\/Silent (21-pin DCC Ready) or DC\/DCC\/Sound options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed ESU LokSound V5 Decoder with accurate sounds recorded from the prototype\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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=\"\/collections\/ho-scale-locomotives\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHO Scale Locomotives\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/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=\"\/collections\/dcc-decoders\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDCC Decoders and Sound Systems\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Rapido Trains\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rapidotrains.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eRapido Trains\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to learn more about their exceptional model railroad products and commitment to prototype accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51199381536999,"sku":"RAP23546","price":547.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7798\/9095\/files\/MPM_1_8a9b9f8a-cf65-4d58-8010-6b645684ce8e.jpg?v=1753911791","url":"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/products\/rapido-ho-alco-pa-1-pb-1-atsf-repowered-51a-51c-dcc-sound-023546","provider":"MPM Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}