Rapido HO Scale EMD FT A+B Locomotive AT&SF #168B + #168C Passenger Scheme w/ DCC & Sound – RAP53503

Bring the golden age of Santa Fe passenger railroading to your layout with the Rapido HO Scale EMD FT A+B Locomotive AT&SF #168B + #168C Passenger Scheme w/ DCC & Sound – RAP53503. Featuring the iconic Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe red, silver, and yellow Warbonnet paint scheme, this beautifully detailed A+B diesel locomotive set captures the distinctive appearance of Santa Fe's pioneering passenger diesel fleet.

Factory-equipped with ESU LokSound DCC and sound, this premium HO scale locomotive set combines exceptional prototype accuracy, realistic diesel sound, and smooth operating performance for model railroaders recreating Santa Fe passenger operations during the transition from steam to diesel power.

Santa Fe's Iconic Passenger Warbonnet Scheme

The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway became famous for its striking Warbonnet paint scheme, one of the most recognizable locomotive liveries in American railroad history. Applied to passenger diesel locomotives, the dramatic red nose, silver body, and yellow accents helped establish Santa Fe's distinctive visual identity during the railroad's celebrated passenger era.

Representing Santa Fe EMD FT units #168B and #168C, this Rapido A+B set recreates the appearance of early diesel-electric power used as railroads transitioned away from steam locomotives. Its classic passenger scheme makes it an excellent choice for modelers depicting Santa Fe operations during the 1940s and early 1950s.

Exceptional Rapido EMD FT Detail and Performance

Rapido Trains has engineered its HO Scale EMD FT locomotives with an impressive combination of accurate tooling, road-specific details, and reliable operating characteristics. From the distinctive bulldog nose to the detailed underbody, these models deliver the realism expected by serious HO scale railroad enthusiasts.

Model Features

• Highly detailed HO scale EMD FT A+B diesel locomotive set
• Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Passenger Warbonnet paint scheme
• Road numbers #168B and #168C
• Factory-installed ESU LokSound DCC and sound
• Accurate EMD FT nose and windshield contours
• Road-specific body details and equipment
• Etched metal side and fan screens
• Separately applied grab irons and handrails
• Detailed underbody piping and draft gear
• Illuminated headlights, number boards, and backup lights
• Detailed multicolor cab interior
• Heavy die-cast chassis for improved traction
• Five-pole motor with dual flywheels for smooth operation
• Realistic locomotive sound and lighting functions

Perfect for Santa Fe Transition-Era Passenger Trains

Whether you're recreating the legendary Santa Fe passenger era, assembling a fleet of early EMD diesel locomotives, or expanding a historically inspired HO scale railroad, the Rapido EMD FT #168B + #168C set offers an outstanding combination of appearance and operating performance.

The classic Warbonnet passenger scheme provides an unmistakable Santa Fe presence on any layout, while the factory-installed DCC and sound system enhances operations with realistic diesel audio and responsive locomotive control.

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The Rapido HO Scale EMD FT A+B AT&SF #168B + #168C Passenger Scheme w/ DCC & Sound – RAP53503 combines the unmistakable Santa Fe Warbonnet appearance, precision detailing, and premium sound-equipped operation in a distinctive addition to any transition-era HO scale locomotive collection.