{"product_id":"rap37563","title":"Rapido HO Scale New Haven Alco FA-1 Locomotive NH #0403 - DCC\/Sound - RAP37563","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRapido HO Scale New Haven Alco FA-1 Locomotive NH #0403 - DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd classic New Haven diesel power to your HO scale railroad with the \u003cstrong\u003eRapido Trains Alco FA-1 locomotive NH #0403\u003c\/strong\u003e, finished in the New York, New Haven \u0026amp; Hartford Railroad's distinctive green and gold paint scheme. This detailed first-generation diesel locomotive features factory-installed ESU LokSound DCC\/Sound, prototype-specific detailing, and Rapido's smooth-running drive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1946, the Alco FA-1 was a 1,500-horsepower cab-unit diesel locomotive designed for mainline freight service. Powered by Alco's 244 diesel prime mover, the FA-1 became an important part of the transition from steam to diesel power. New Haven's FA-1 locomotives served throughout the railroad's northeastern network, handling freight assignments during the first-generation diesel era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapido Trains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAP37563\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Item Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 037563\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e HO Scale (1:87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad:\u003c\/strong\u003e New York, New Haven \u0026amp; Hartford (NH)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alco FA-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e NH #0403\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e New Haven Green \u0026amp; Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single FA-1 A-Unit Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e DCC\/Sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSound Decoder:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESU LokSound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Recommended Radius:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate Alco FA-1 nose and windshield contours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-appropriate flat or angled number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic or non-dynamic brake configuration as appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched metal side grilles and radiator fan screens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately applied grab irons and handrails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed underbody piping and conduits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad-specific exterior details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed, multi-color cab interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy die-cast chassis for improved traction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive-pole motor with dual flywheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating headlights, class lights and backup lights as appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed ESU LokSound DCC\/Sound decoder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoPower capacitor system for improved DCC operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNew Haven Alco FA-1 NH #0403\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in the New Haven's classic green and gold scheme, locomotive #0403 captures the appearance of the railroad's early diesel freight fleet. The FA-1's streamlined carbody, distinctive Alco nose and railroad-specific details make it a fitting addition to layouts representing New England freight operations during the transition era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether operating individually or alongside other New Haven diesel locomotives, this Rapido FA-1 combines detailed construction, factory-installed sound and dependable performance for HO scale model railroad operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Rapido Trains at Fusion Scale Hobbies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/rapido-ho-scale-alco-fa-locomotives\"\u003eRapido HO Scale Alco FA Locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e collection for additional road names and configurations. 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