{"product_id":"rapido-ho-scale-sd70mach-metra-504-light-blue-black","title":"Rapido HO Scale EMD SD70MACH Diesel Locomotive – Metra Light Blue \u0026 Black #504 (DC\/DCC\/Sound)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRapido HO Scale EMD SD70MACH Diesel Locomotive – Metra Light Blue \u0026amp; Black #504 (DC\/DCC\/Sound)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly detailed HO scale model representing modern commuter diesel power in Chicago-area service. Finished in Metra’s distinctive \u003cstrong\u003elight blue and black paint scheme\u003c\/strong\u003e, this locomotive brings contemporary passenger railroading realism to any HO scale layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eModeled as road number \u003cstrong\u003e504\u003c\/strong\u003e, this locomotive represents a rebuilt \u003cstrong\u003eSD70MACH\u003c\/strong\u003e, derived from former freight SD70MAC units and adapted for commuter service. 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