Description
Built by the American Locomotive Company (Alco) this [UNDECORATED MODEL] of the low-hood S-2 was introduced in 1940 to replace Alco’s earlier high-hood switchers. The 1000 horsepower S-2 was a turbocharged version of the S-1. There were 1,502 S-2s sold to North American Railroads. The versatility of the S-2s was evidenced by their service on class 1 shortline and industrial railroads. This model is back in service, with new tooling, as well as a sound-equipped for modeler enjoyment.
Features:
Redesigned model with all new tooling,
Redesigned & retooled hood, cab, and chassis,
The first plastic HO-scale model of an S-2 Locomotive to include accurate body panel details,
Vertical radiator shutters,
Fine scale handrails,
Separately-applied grab irons, coupler cut levers, air hoses, piping, etc.,
Redesigned truck frames with separately applied detail,
Directional LED lighting (includes cab rear headlight),
Die-cast chassis for improved pulling performance,
Chassis retooled for optional DCC/sound,
5-pole skewed armature motor for reliable operation,
Dual-flywheels for maximum performance at all speeds,
Factory-equipped with AccuMate knuckle couplers,
UNDECORATED ready for painting and printing,
DCC Operation Features:
Supports all DCC-programming modes,
Flexible mapping of function keys F0 to F28,
A total of six DCC function outputs are available,
Follows all NMRA DCC standards and recommended practices
