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Rapido HO Amtrak Phase I 497 EMD HEP E8 DCC/Sound — exact product reference
Available to orderSKU: RAP28801

Rapido HO Amtrak Phase I 497 EMD HEP E8 DCC/Sound

$349.95

Rapido HO Amtrak Phase I 497 EMD HEP E8 DCC/Sound is the exact Rapido model railroad item, identified by manufacturer part number 28801. The product photos show the item being offered so you can confirm the...

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Rapido HO Amtrak Phase I 497 EMD HEP E8 DCC/Sound is the exact Rapido model railroad item, identified by manufacturer part number 28801. The product photos show the item being offered so you can confirm the road name, scale, and package before ordering.

Manufacturer details

The Rapido Trains HO scale Rebuilt E8 w/HEP locomotive features: Correct HEP muffler and hatch Multiple dynamic brake options and fans Sealed, twin-beam headlight configuration Modified pilot Blanked sides with appropriate grille work Skirted or non-skirted fuel tanks Hyatt roller bearing journal covers Heavy die-cast chassis Smooth running drive system with all wheels powered Accurate E8 sounds provided by ESU LokSound Complete lighting effects – headlights, class lights, backup lights, ground lights, cab lights, Stratolite or beacons and more. *Not all lighting features will work in DC mode. Numerous road-specific detail parts in both plastic and etched metal.

On the railroad

Check coupler height and truck swing before putting it into regular service, especially on tighter curves.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Rapido
  • Part number: 28801
  • Shipping weight: 1370 g

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Condition & collecting

Match the listed scale and track gauge to your layout. For locomotives, check the power system, decoder and sound details; DCC ready does not mean a decoder is installed. For rolling stock, check couplers, clearance and the manufacturer's minimum-radius requirement where provided.

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