Rapido HO Scale EMD FT A+B Locomotive AT&SF #167B + #167C Passenger Scheme w/ DCC & Sound – RAP53502

Add an iconic first-generation diesel locomotive to your HO scale railroad with the Rapido HO Scale EMD FT A+B Locomotive AT&SF #167B + #167C Passenger Scheme w/ DCC & Sound – RAP53502. Finished in Santa Fe's legendary Passenger Scheme, this beautifully detailed A+B locomotive set recreates one of the railroad's pioneering EMD FT lash-ups that helped demonstrate the future of diesel-electric motive power. Equipped with factory-installed ESU LokSound DCC and sound, this model delivers exceptional realism, smooth operation, and outstanding prototype fidelity. 

An Early Santa Fe Diesel Pioneer

The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway was among the industry's leaders in adopting EMD FT locomotives during the transition from steam to diesel power. Units such as #167B and #167C represented the railroad's investment in modern, efficient motive power while showcasing the distinctive streamlined styling that would influence generations of EMD cab units. These locomotives became symbols of the diesel revolution and remain favorites among model railroaders recreating the 1940s and early 1950s. 

Exceptional Rapido Detail & Performance

Rapido's HO Scale EMD FT features an impressive list of prototype-specific details, including accurate nose contours, road-specific body variations, etched side and fan screens, detailed underbody piping, illuminated number boards, working headlights and backup lights, separately applied grab irons, a richly detailed cab interior, and a heavy die-cast chassis. A smooth five-pole motor with dual flywheels combines with factory-installed ESU LokSound DCC and sound to provide realistic performance on any HO scale layout. 

Ideal for Transition Era Railroads

Whether hauling premier passenger trains or operating alongside other early diesel power, the Santa Fe Passenger Scheme makes this EMD FT A+B set a standout addition to any transition-era layout. Its authentic appearance and premium operating features make it equally at home leading streamlined consists or serving as the centerpiece of a Santa Fe locomotive fleet.

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The Rapido HO Scale EMD FT A+B Locomotive AT&SF #167B + #167C Passenger Scheme w/ DCC & Sound – RAP53502 is an outstanding combination of railroad history, museum-quality detail, and dependable operating performance, making it an exceptional addition to any HO scale collection.