Broadway Limited HO Scale Union Pacific FEF-3 4-8-4 #842 Ornate Fantasy Scheme – Paragon4 DCC/Sound & Smoke

Add a distinctive interpretation of Union Pacific's legendary Northern-type steam power to your HO Scale railroad with the Broadway Limited Imports Union Pacific FEF-3 4-8-4 #842 Ornate Fantasy Scheme. Featuring a special fantasy paint scheme inspired by Union Pacific's celebrated passenger steam heritage, this locomotive combines the impressive appearance of the FEF-3 class with Broadway Limited's advanced Paragon4 sound, DC/DCC operation, and synchronized smoke effects.

Unlike traditional prototype paint schemes, this ornate fantasy version offers collectors and model railroaders a unique presentation of Union Pacific's powerful 4-8-4 steam locomotive. Its detailed construction, distinctive finish, and realistic operating features make it an eye-catching addition to an HO Scale steam locomotive collection.

Union Pacific FEF-3 #842 – Ornate Fantasy Paint Scheme

Union Pacific's FEF-3 class represented the final group of Northern-type steam locomotives built for the railroad. Constructed by the American Locomotive Company (ALCO) in December 1944, these ten locomotives were numbered 835 through 844 and designed for high-speed passenger service.

Equipped with 80-inch driving wheels, powerful boilers, and large centipede-style tenders, the FEF-3 locomotives were among the most advanced passenger steam engines operated by Union Pacific.

This Broadway Limited model represents Union Pacific #842 in an Ornate Fantasy Scheme, offering a creative alternative to the railroad's historically accurate locomotive finishes. While the FEF-3 locomotive class and road number are authentic, the decorative paint scheme is a fictional interpretation rather than a documented Union Pacific prototype appearance.

Broadway Limited FEF-3 Model Features

• HO Scale 1:87 Union Pacific FEF-3 steam locomotive
• Union Pacific road number #842
• Special Ornate Fantasy paint scheme
• 4-8-4 Northern-type wheel arrangement
• Factory-installed Paragon4 DCC/Sound system
• Dual-mode DC and DCC operation
• Synchronized puffing smoke matched to locomotive chuff sounds
• Separate whistle smoke effect
• Prototype-specific FEF-3 stack and turret detailing
• Detailed centipede-style oil tender
• Individual side rods and Walschaerts valve gear
• Cast steel Commonwealth pilot
• Heavy die-cast boiler, tender body, and chassis
• Precision drive mechanism with five-pole skew-wound motor
• Separately applied handrails, piping, ladders, whistle, and brass bell
• Factory-installed engineer and fireman figures
• Rubber traction tires for increased pulling power
• Recommended minimum radius: 22 inches

Paragon4 Sound, DCC Control & Smoke Effects

The Broadway Limited Paragon4 Sound & Control System delivers an immersive steam locomotive operating experience with realistic audio, precision motor control, and advanced digital functions. Factory-installed sound and smoke systems bring the Union Pacific FEF-3 #842 to life on both DC and DCC layouts.

Paragon4 features include:

• High-resolution Union Pacific FEF-3 steam locomotive sounds
• Quillable steam whistle with adjustable patterns
• Adjustable bell ringing intervals
• Load-sensitive exhaust chuff sounds
• Back EMF motor control for smooth slow-speed performance
• Built-in capacitor pack for improved electrical pickup
• Pro Lighting Mode with individually controllable lighting functions
• Switcher Mode for precise low-speed operation
• Record and playback functions for automated operation
• Automatic grade crossing and directional whistle signals
• Individually adjustable sound effect volumes
• User-mappable DCC functions
• EZ Reset button for restoring factory settings

A Unique Addition to Your HO Scale Steam Collection

Whether you're building a Union Pacific passenger locomotive roster, collecting unusual railroad paint schemes, or simply looking for a standout steam engine, the Broadway Limited FEF-3 #842 Ornate Fantasy Scheme offers an impressive combination of visual appeal and modern model railroad technology.

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Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Broadway Limited Imports
• Manufacturer Part Number: 10212
• Fusion Scale Hobbies SKU: BLI10212
• Scale: HO (1:87)
• Railroad: Union Pacific
• Road Number: 842
• Locomotive Class: FEF-3
• Wheel Arrangement: 4-8-4 Northern
• Paint Scheme: Ornate Fantasy Scheme (Non-Prototype)
• Electronics: Paragon4 DC/DCC with Sound
• Smoke: Synchronized Chuff and Whistle Smoke
• Minimum Recommended Radius: 22 inches