{"product_id":"kato-n-scale-amtrak-alc-42-superliner-phase-vi-4-unit-set-kat101788","title":"Kato N Scale Amtrak ALC-42 \u0026 Superliner Phase VI 4-unit Set [KAT101788]","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the Kato N Scale Amtrak ALC-42 \u0026amp; Superliner Phase VI 4-unit Set [KAT101788]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKato 10-1788, N Scale Siemens ALC-42 \u0026amp; Superliner Ph VI 4-Unit Starter Series Set, Std. DC, Amtrak #302\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eKato Item #: 10-1788\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrain Set Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"release-item-list\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eALC-42 Amtrak Phase VI #302\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperliner Sleeper #32052\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperliner Coach-Baggage #31021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperliner Coach #34055\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*Power pack or track are NOT included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe New ALC-42 is brand new from top to bottom, with an all-new mechanism and sophisticated construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional Golden White LED headlights and illuminated preprinted number boards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA powerful five pole motor with all wheel electrical pickup and blackened wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHybrid steel and plastic wheels give all-wheel electrical pickup with unprecedented prototype details on the visible wheel exterior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial printing techniques will create ultra-fine grill details otherwise impossible in N Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Charger’s distinctive vent on the side of the body is replicated in see-through detail and can be illuminated with the installation of an optional\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11-211 Interior Lighting Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the first time in N Scale, the ALC-42 “Charger” engine will be designed from the ground up to accommodate DCC \u0026amp; Sound, with a vented speaker mount in the fuel tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"content\"\u003eEquipped with body mounted KATO magnetic knuckle couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperliner Passenger Car Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"content\"\u003eFully detailed interiors can be lit with optional Interior LED lighting kit with \u003cspan\u003e#11-211\/11-212\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"content\"\u003eFinely detailed with prototype accurate painting and lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"content\"\u003eFree and smooth rolling trucks for maximum performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"content\"\u003eAll cars are equipped with Kato semi-automatic knuckle couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Overview:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eKato’s new ALC-42 “Charger” model represents the Siemens Diesel-Electric engine as it has been ordered by Amtrak long distance service. This model differs from other regional variations of the “Charger” model with an extended nose section, larger fuel tank and sandfill tank, and other internal modifications to make it better fit Amtrak’s needs for cross country travel. All of these details have been carefully and lovingly replicated on the brand new Kato model, which features totally new molding and design from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth curves of the engine are precisely modeled to match the prototype, with a visible engine compartment beneath the engine’s distinctive large grill on the side. In order to duplicate the illuminated engine compartment from the prototype model, an interior lighting kit is capable of being installed into the rear of the engine, allowing modelers to enjoy this extra lighting feature!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrototype Overview:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Siemens’ ALC-42 “Charger” is Amtrak’s newest addition to its roster of long distance diesel locomotives, intended to replace the GE P42 in general passenger service across all of its service area.  The first ALC-42 was delivered to Amtrak on June 17, 2021 and entered revenue service on February 8, 2022 on the \u003cem\u003eEmpire Builder. \u003c\/em\u003eThe initial six engines from Amtrak were all designed with special paint schemes – with one receiving a “Day one” heritage paint scheme that mimes the very first Amtrak paint scheme applied to EMD E8 #4316 in 1971.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40955826569251,"sku":"KAT101788","price":329.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0036\/2115\/8947\/files\/kato-n-scale-amtrak-alc-42-superliner-phase-vi-4-unit-set-kat101788-1194651926.jpg?v=1758795600","url":"https:\/\/hobbytechtoys.com.au\/products\/kato-n-scale-amtrak-alc-42-superliner-phase-vi-4-unit-set-kat101788","provider":"Hobbytech Toys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}