{"product_id":"rap545012-773","title":"Rapido N Scale Metra BNSF Swoosh (CB\u0026Q) Budd Gallery Commuter Coach #773 – RAP545012-773","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRapido N Scale Metra BNSF Swoosh (CB\u0026amp;Q) Budd Gallery Commuter Coach #773\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your Chicago-area commuter fleet with the \u003cstrong\u003eRapido N Scale Metra BNSF Swoosh (CB\u0026amp;Q) Budd Gallery Commuter Coach #773\u003c\/strong\u003e. This individually numbered bi-level passenger car features the distinctive Metra commuter scheme with the modern BNSF Swoosh logo and Burlington nameboards. Representing commuter operations from the mid-2000s onward, this detailed stainless steel gallery coach is an excellent addition to N scale layouts modeling Chicago's busy suburban rail network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally developed by the Budd Company, gallery commuter cars were designed to accommodate growing suburban passenger traffic while maintaining efficient boarding and unloading at busy stations. Their distinctive bi-level interior arrangement featured upper seating galleries overlooking the center aisle, allowing conductors to check tickets from the lower level. Stainless steel construction, wide center doors, and increased passenger capacity made these cars a familiar sight throughout Chicago's commuter rail network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the introduction of BNSF Railway's updated corporate identity in the mid-2000s, commuter equipment operating over former Burlington Northern routes began displaying the modern BNSF Swoosh logo. This particular variation features Burlington nameboards, reflecting the heritage of the Chicago, Burlington \u0026amp; Quincy Railroad (CB\u0026amp;Q) while carrying modern BNSF identification. This distinctive combination makes the car especially appealing for modelers recreating contemporary Metra commuter operations along Chicago's western suburban routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis individually numbered coach #773 is ideal for expanding an existing Metra commuter train. Combine it with additional gallery coaches and cab-equipped sets to recreate longer push-pull commuter consists operating along BNSF's Chicago-area commuter routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed N scale Budd Gallery commuter coach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Metra BNSF paint scheme with modern Swoosh logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive Burlington nameboards reflecting CB\u0026amp;Q heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually numbered Metra BNSF coach #773\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrect HEP underbody detailing with molded conduits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed letterboards with pad-printed markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrectly colored tinted windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePainted and detailed passenger interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree-rolling trucks for smooth operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate painting and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for operation on DC and DCC layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 RAP545012-773\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e N Scale (1:160)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metra \/ BNSF Railway\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Budd Gallery Bi-Level Commuter Coach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metra BNSF Swoosh (CB\u0026amp;Q)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNameboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burlington\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e #773\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-2000s onward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Individual Coach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCar Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Coach (Non-Cab)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chicago-Area Commuter Rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayout Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e DC and DCC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your Chicago-area commuter fleet with additional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rapido-n-scale-budd-gallery-commuter-cars\"\u003eRapido N Scale Budd Gallery Commuter Cars\u003c\/a\u003e, including matching three-car sets and individual coaches. 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