Factory Direct Trains - Model Trains, Railroad Accessories, HO, N, G Scale

	Features
	Beautifully Detailed, Accurately Modeled Locomotive Authentic Design, Paint and Color Schemes Authentic Sounds (Sound Equipped Units Only) and Prototypical Operation Many Separately Applied Details Operating Sprung Diaphragms See-Through Mesh and Fan Grills Constant Intensity Directional Lighting Lighted Number Boards Factory Installed Painted Engineer Figures		Locomotive Composition: ABS with Die-Cast Chassis A-Unit Length: 7.6" B-Unit Length: 7.2" A-Unit Weight (powered): 1.15 lbs Motor Type: 5-Pole Can with Skewed Armature & Dual Fly Wheels Couplers: (2) Operating Kadee Compatible Compatible Tracks: Code 70, 83, 100 Rail Recommended Minimum Radius: 18"
	ALCO, a very established steam locomotive manufacturer, saw an opportunity at the end of World War II to enter the cab-unit diesel market. Following the very successful RS1, 2, and 3 series of road switchers, Alco offered a newly designed locomotive and, thus, was born the FA1/FB1 series. The FA was designed to compete with EMD's very popular "F" units. The FA was designed for freight service; the complementary PA was designed for passenger operation. FA/FB production began in January of 1946 and ran through August of 1950. Alco produced 393 FA1 locomotives and 225 FB1 booster locomotives. At 51'6" and delivering 1,600HP, Alco's four-cycle RD1 constant pressure super turbocharger increased engine output by a whopping 90% over a normal aspirated engine. The FA1's capably handled their share of freight duty as the major railroads sought the economy that the diesel-electric locomotive offered. If you model this era or just enjoy cool diesels, the Alco FA's will be a welcome addition to your layout. **Specifications on this page subject to change.

+PCM ALCO FA / FB, HO