{"product_id":"rap37566","title":"Rapido HO Scale New Haven Alco FA-1\/FB-1 Set NH #0424, #0455 - DCC\/Sound - RAP37566","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRapido HO Scale New Haven Alco FA-1\/FB-1 Set NH #0424, #0455 - DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring classic New Haven freight power to your HO scale railroad with the \u003cstrong\u003eRapido Trains Alco FA-1\/FB-1 locomotive set\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring New York, New Haven \u0026amp; Hartford FA-1 #0424 and FB-1 #0455 in the railroad's distinctive green and gold paint scheme. This two-unit set combines Rapido's prototype-specific detailing with factory-installed ESU LokSound DCC\/Sound for realistic first-generation diesel operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt between 1946 and 1950 by the American Locomotive Company (Alco) and Montreal Locomotive Works, the FA-1 and cabless FB-1 were designed primarily for mainline freight service. Each unit was rated at 1,500 horsepower and powered by Alco's 244 diesel prime mover. These streamlined locomotives became a familiar sight on North American railroads during the transition from steam to diesel power, with many remaining in freight service into the late 1960s.\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 RAP37566\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Item Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 037566\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 and FB-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e NH #0424 and #0455\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 2-Unit Set (FA-1 A-Unit and FB-1 B-Unit)\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 details 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 installed or included as appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed, multi-color FA-1 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 #0424 \u0026amp; FB-1 #0455\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished in the New Haven's classic green and gold colors, this matching FA-1 and FB-1 set captures the appearance of the railroad's first-generation diesel freight fleet. The streamlined A-unit and cabless B-unit make an excellent addition to New Haven rosters and HO scale layouts representing northeastern railroading during the transition era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith factory-installed DCC\/Sound, detailed bodywork and railroad-specific features, this Rapido locomotive set offers an excellent combination of prototype accuracy and operating performance for modelers recreating New Haven freight 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, road numbers and configurations. 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