{"product_id":"rapido-trains-ho-scale-alco-pa-1-cn-demonstrator-9077-9078-dcc-sound","title":"HO Rapido PA-1 + PA-1 (DC\/DCC\/Sound): CN Demonstrator: #9077 + 9078 - 023544","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRapido Trains HO Scale ALCo PA-1 + PA-1 Locomotive Set - CN Demonstrator\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\u003cp\u003eThis HO scale (1:87) set includes two powered ALCo PA-1 locomotive units (#9077 and #9078) in the short-lived Canadian National (CN) demonstrator green and gold paint scheme. These models were developed using a 3D laser scan of a preserved prototype unit to ensure accurate carbody contours, including correct nose and roof profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features of the ALCo PA-1 New Run\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\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\u003eElectronics and Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound and Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equipped with a factory-installed ESU LokSound V5 Decoder in both units, providing high-resolution audio with accurate sounds and full DCC feature control, while also operating on DC layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both units feature Rapido's proven, smooth-running drive system with a heavy die-cast chassis and all wheels powered for excellent performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting and Detailing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete lighting effects are included, such as LED headlights, illuminated number boards, cab interior lights, and ground lights (not all lighting features work in DC mode).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The models feature numerous road-specific details in both plastic and etched metal, including full underbody piping and conduit, separate grab irons and handrails installed at the factory, and etched-metal grilles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More HO Scale Locomotives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/ho-scale-locomotives\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHO Scale Locomotives\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and discover more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/rapido-trains\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eRapido Trains\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e products. Looking for DCC sound-equipped models? Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/collections\/dcc-sound\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDCC Sound Collection\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51199376785639,"sku":"RAP23544","price":547.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/7798\/9095\/files\/MPM_1_4163976d-d839-4751-8814-a449c2c9aecd.jpg?v=1753911789","url":"https:\/\/mpmhobbies.com\/products\/rapido-trains-ho-scale-alco-pa-1-cn-demonstrator-9077-9078-dcc-sound","provider":"MPM Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}