{"title":"Rapido Trains Inc","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJason Shron founded Rapido Trains Inc. in 2003 and incorporated the company in 2004. Rapido Trains of Toronto, Ontario, Canada is named after Canadian National s top-rated Rapido passenger trains of the 1960s and 1970s. The company specializes in high-quality, ready-to-run models of passenger trains from the Pullman-Standard cars of the transition era to the futuristic TurboTrain of the 60s and 70s. Models come detailed with full interiors, lighting and underbody equipment including separate steam, air and electrical conduits. The TurboTrain runs on DC and DCC layouts and contains two powered locomotives, each one with a sound decoder and speaker. Rapido also produces detailed HO and N Scale freight cars and locomotives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mlw-rs-23-dcc-cpr-8039","title":"MLW RS23 - Sound and DCC -- Canadian Pacific #8039 (Action Red, white, 8\" Stripes, No Multimark)","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007042675053,"sku":"606-36615","price":359.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-36615_01_2e7fef12-0086-462f-8c22-da2b5817405f.jpg?v=1774376336"},{"product_id":"atsf-cf7-dc-at-sf-2428","title":"Santa Fe CF7 w\/Square Cab - Standard DC -- Santa Fe #2428 (Warbonnet, blue, yellow)","description":"The prototypes for the Rapido Trains HO Scale Santa Fe CF7 diesels are modeled after the locomotives rebuilt from EMD F7s into road switchers. In the late 1960s, Santa Fe{s F-unit fleet was nearing the end of its lifespan. At the same time, Santa Fe was looking to fulfill a need for nearly 200 plus locomotives for use on secondary and branch lines. Santa Fe got creative in their thinking: remove the truss car body down to the engine deck and replace the truss members with large, deep side sills while fabricating stairs and GP7-like hoods suitable for switching, similar to other GP7-style locomotives currently in use. In late 1969, the first CF7 was rebuilt at Santa Fe{s Cleburne Shops, with 232 more through 1978. This would be one of the most successful locomotive rebuild programs of all-time.   \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  Throughout the CF7 rebuild program, many variations did occur. Most notably were the cab profiles and the side sills. The CF7 had two distinctive cab profiles: round and angled. The large side sills had two variations, as well: open and closed slots. The open slots were found on earlier rebuilds, which featured stronger, Tri-10 steel. The closed slot sills were made with a lighter steel and had the openings filled to provide more support.   \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  These venerable locomotives made their living on road and yard switching jobs. In the mid-1980s, many would be sold to regional and short line operators. in the 2020s, many CF7s continued to operate in California, Florida, Texas and more!  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     The HO Scale Santa Fe CF7 is loaded with details including five round or square cab variations and two long hood styles as appropriate. It features appropriate underbody details, roadnumber-specific details, ground lights, number boards and beacons. This standard DC model is DCC ready and features a 21-pin socket and the mechanism features dual flywheels and magnetic knuckle couplers. EMD CF7 is part of the extensive line of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/606allHOloco2023K\"\u003eRapido Trains HO Scale locomotives.\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007042773357,"sku":"606-70102","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-70102_01_c6711daf-ef86-4dca-b132-5a59f1acf825.jpg?v=1774376455"},{"product_id":"bil-commuter-tre-coach","title":"Bilevel Commuter Coach - Ready to Run -- Trinity Rail Express (red, white, blue)","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007042838893,"sku":"606-546027A","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-546027A_01_f4e7d7d7-d54c-4a67-bc70-adf21efe8756.jpg?v=1774376439"},{"product_id":"flatcar-lumber-load-spi","title":"Flatcar Lumber Load SPI","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007052702061,"sku":"606-102156","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/no-image-available_27f9946a-4285-4ecb-927c-d94a0f8d141a.svg?v=1775240389"},{"product_id":"ge-e44-elect-dc-prr-4437","title":"GE E44 Elect DC PRR 4437","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007053619565,"sku":"606-52002","price":389.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-52002_01_fcbc67f6-1fdc-42ce-820b-033f483ee56c.jpg?v=1774376423"},{"product_id":"budd-sm-win-via-rail-4107","title":"Budd Small-Window Coach - Ready to Run -- VIA Rail Canada #4107 (HEP 2 Scheme, stainless, blue, yellow, Canada Letteri","description":"The Rapido Trains HO Scale Small-Window Budd Coach is based on cars built for Southern Pacific and purchased from Amtrak in the 1990s with HEP. The prototypes are used alongside other VIA HEP car and are equipped with pass-through MU (multiple unit) cables for push-pull operation. The Rapido HO Scale models feature the small-window body style found on rebuilt former Southern Pacific cars, a fully detailed and decorated interior, fine decoration, factory-installed grab irons, full underbody detail including all separate piping, a realistic stainless steel finish, track-powered interior lighting, sprung diaphragms, HEP 1 or HEP 2  end tooling with HEP receptacles and cables as appropriate, free-rolling 41-NDO-11 trucks with metal wheelsets and integral power pickups. The Budd Small-Window Coach is one of many \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/606allHOpass2024K\"\u003eRapido HO Scale passenger cars.\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007054176621,"sku":"606-115135","price":124.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-115135_01_f03cbfb5-57d7-4535-8d31-346ceb8bc867.jpg?v=1774376206"},{"product_id":"trinity-cov-hopp-gacx","title":"Trinity 6241 Cubic Foot Covered Hopper - Ready to Run -- General American Leasing GACX (gray, yellow conspicuity marks)","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007056175469,"sku":"606-136007A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-136007A_01_7ebd639e-1bbf-4d37-825a-df4cd491fe1e.jpg?v=1774376213"},{"product_id":"procor-5820-hop-dclx-6","title":"Procor 5820 Covered Hopper 6-Pack - Ready to Run -- Dow Chemical DCLX (gray, black, Reporting Marks Only)","description":"Prototypes for the Rapido Trains N Scale Procor 5820 Covered Hopper were built in batches from the late 1970s all the way up through the early 1990s. Around 1500 examples were built for Procor and Dow Chemical at Procor's their Oakville, Ontario facility. Essex Hybrid would later receive a handful of cars for seed service. Many of these were ex Procor hoppers patched out. The N Scale Procor 5820 Covered Hopper car was designed from blue prints, photos and field measurements. Multiple roof hatches, outlet gates cap off this workhorse car. For any layout that needs a fleet of plastic pellet hoppers, the Procor 5820 is a car you won't want to miss! This N Scale model features three styles of roof hatches: round, round with ribs and 20\" vented covers as appropriate, plus spares in the box so modelers can change the eras. Other features include etched-metal walkways, metal wheelsets and magnetic knuckle couplers. Procor 5820 Covered Hoppers come decorated in authentic schemes with multiple roadnumbers and are perfect for adding variety to your 1970s to 2020s freight trains. They're part of the entire line of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/606allNfrt2022\"\u003eRapido Trains N Scale freight cars.\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007060762989,"sku":"606-560008","price":239.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-560008_01_57b9653f-ceec-46ed-8c1c-d82b300c9273.jpg?v=1774376444"},{"product_id":"h16-44-dc-cp-8710","title":"FM H16-44 Phase III - Standard DC -- Canadian Pacific 8710 (maroon, gray, Block Lettering)","description":"Rapido Trains HO Scale FM H16-44 Phase III diesels are based on the final diesels manufactured by Fairbanks-Morse. In 1955, Fairbanks Morse offered a new design for their existing H16-44 Phase I\/II model locomotives. These changes involved raising the walkway \u0026amp; simplifying the short \u0026amp; long hood to make construction easier.  Exterior-wise the locomotives looked much like their bigger brother - the H24-66 but with 4 axles instead of 6.  Under the hood the locomotives were nearly identical to the earlier phases of H16-44 except for replacing the Westinghouse Electrical System with a more reliable General Electric system.  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  A total of 165 of the H16-44 Phase III Locomotives were built between 1955 and 1963. Locomotives for the Canadian Pacific Railway and Canadian National Railway were built by Fairbanks Morse subsidiary Canadian Locomotive Company. A total of 58 H16-44s of were built at this plant. The last H16-44 was built for the Ferrorcarril de Chihuahua al Pacifico Railroad in 1963. This was the last Fairbanks Morse Locomotive to roll off the assembly line as the company folded the same year. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  The Rapido Trains FM H16-44 is loaded with roadname-specific detailing including dynamic or non-dynamic brake body versions, separate grab irons and handrails; appropriate Dofasco or AAR trucks, full underbody detailing, full numberboard, class lights and headlights; a smooth dual-flywheel drive and Macdonald-Cartier magnetic knuckle couplers. Standard DC H16-44s have a 21-pin DCC decoder interface for easy decoder installation when you're ready. Check out the entire line of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/606holoco\"\u003eRapido Trains HO Scale locomotives.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007061385581,"sku":"606-44029","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-44029_01_47674277-fd6b-4ddc-b722-5692bc5583ad.jpg?v=1774376382"},{"product_id":"atsf-cf7-dcc-at-sf-2500","title":"Santa Fe CF7 w\/Round Cab - Sound and DCC -- Santa Fe #2500 (Warbonnet, blue, yellow)","description":"The prototypes for the Rapido Trains HO Scale Santa Fe CF7 diesels are modeled after the locomotives rebuilt from EMD F7s into road switchers. In the late 1960s, Santa Fe{s F-unit fleet was nearing the end of its lifespan. At the same time, Santa Fe was looking to fulfill a need for nearly 200 plus locomotives for use on secondary and branch lines. Santa Fe got creative in their thinking: remove the truss car body down to the engine deck and replace the truss members with large, deep side sills while fabricating stairs and GP7-like hoods suitable for switching, similar to other GP7-style locomotives currently in use. In late 1969, the first CF7 was rebuilt at Santa Fe{s Cleburne Shops, with 232 more through 1978. This would be one of the most successful locomotive rebuild programs of all-time.   \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  Throughout the CF7 rebuild program, many variations did occur. Most notably were the cab profiles and the side sills. The CF7 had two distinctive cab profiles: round and angled. The large side sills had two variations, as well: open and closed slots. The open slots were found on earlier rebuilds, which featured stronger, Tri-10 steel. The closed slot sills were made with a lighter steel and had the openings filled to provide more support.   \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  These venerable locomotives made their living on road and yard switching jobs. In the mid-1980s, many would be sold to regional and short line operators. in the 2020s, many CF7s continued to operate in California, Florida, Texas and more!  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     The HO Scale Santa Fe CF7 is loaded with details including five round or square cab variations and two long hood styles as appropriate. It features appropriate underbody details, roadnumber-specific details, ground lights, number boards and beacons. This model is equipped with an ESU LokSound V5 sound and DCC decoder with MoPower capacitor to keep it rolling over minor power interruptions. It also features dual flywheels and magnetic knuckle couplers. CF7s are part of the extensive line of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/606allHOloco2023K\"\u003eRapido Trains HO Scale locomotives.\u003c\/a\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007061614957,"sku":"606-70620","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-70620_01_578ef18e-f79f-4431-aef8-ae304c936240.jpg?v=1774376462"},{"product_id":"ge-u28b-dcc-p-le-2800","title":"GE U25B Low Hood - Sound and DCC -- Pittsburgh \u0026 Lake Erie #2800 (black, yellow, white)","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007061647725,"sku":"606-35555","price":359.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-35555_01_59e43c1c-f738-481c-ad75-a91aa61ba832.jpg?v=1774376329"},{"product_id":"hep2-coach-via-rail-4006","title":"Budd Coach with HEP2 - Ready to Run -- VIA Rail Canada #4006 (2022 Scheme, stainless, gray, yellow, Large Canada)","description":"The Rapido Trains HO Scale Budd Coach is based on cars built for Canadian Pacific in 1954 and 1955 and were initially numbered in the 100-series under Canadian Pacific. All but one of the original coaches were transferred to VIA Rail Canada in 1978 and, save for those damaged in derailments, are all still in use today. They form the backbone of most of VIA Rail Canada's services to this day, found not only on the busy Quebec City-Windsor corridor, but on all other services across the country, including The Canadian, Ocean, Hudson Bay and northern Quebec services. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  Beginning in the late 1980s, VIA Rail upgraded its entire ex CPR Budd stainless steel fleet with Head End Power (referred to as HEP), which allowed newer locomotives to be able to heat the trains without the need for aging steam generator cars. These cars are called |HEP1 cars} and are typically found on long-distance trains today. Many coaches and baggage cars can also be found in intercity service on the Quebec City-Windsor corridor. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  Additionally, VIA Rail began purchasing second-hand Budd cars throughout 1990s from Amtrak and other second\/third\/forth-hand owners to supplement its fleet and allow for expansion. These cars would be completely rebuilt as either first class \"VIA 1\" Cars or Coaches and were called |HEP2 cars}. These cars contain pass-through MU (multiple unit) cables and are almost exclusively found in intercity service on the Quebec City-Windsor corridor. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  These models are based on the original, steam-heated Canadian Pacific cars. However, HEP2 car sides as well as both HEP1 and HEP2 car ends are applied as appropriate for each scheme variation. The Rapido HO Scale models feature full-color interior configurations. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  This Budd Coach features: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFully detailed and decorated interiors \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFully decorated and assembled with factory-installed grab irons \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFull underbody detail including all separate piping \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRealistic stainless steel finish \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrack-powered interior lighting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSprung diaphragms \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHEP 2 cars feature an all-new side window arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHEP 1 and HEP 2 cars feature all-new end tooling with HEP receptacles and cables\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSeparately-applied CP beaver shields on CPR models\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFree-rolling 41-NDO-11 trucks with metal wheelsets and integral power pickups \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  Check out the entire line of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/606hopassall2022\"\u003eRapido HO Scale passenger cars.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007062073709,"sku":"606-115133","price":124.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-115133_01_8ff22a2e-16c1-46a4-8a56-70edd231c9b1.jpg?v=1774376205"},{"product_id":"bart-dc-c-b-b-c-train","title":"BART Legacy C-B-B-C Train-Only Set - Standard DC -- Bay Area Rapid Transit (silver, blue, white)","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007062368621,"sku":"606-204006","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-204006_01_a440dfd0-81ee-4d91-9a21-7dbfb2f8a9c6.jpg?v=1774376278"},{"product_id":"slumbercoach-nyc-10800","title":"Budd Slumbercoach - Ready to Run -- New York Central 10800 (stainless, black)","description":"The Rapido Trains HO Scale Budd Slumbercoach is based on cars built by Budd for a number of railroads. In the mid 1950s, with passengers quickly switching to airline travel or the private automobile, the Budd company devised the Slumbercoach as an economical way to attract overnight passengers back to the rails. With a capacity of 40 passengers in a 24 single room plus 8 double room plan, the Slumbercoaches offered a lower cost alternative positioned between coach seating and a first class bedroom on overnight runs. A single aisle in the center of the car was flanked by the single and double rooms on each side. With 18 cars built new between 1956 and 1959, these cars with their distinctive staggered windows could be seen on some of the USA's most famous trains such as the North Coast Limited, Denver Zephyr, National Limited, Texas Eagle and many more. Later, in 1964 the NP acquired the B\u0026amp;O and MP cars and at least 2 cars ended up with BN lettering briefly in 1970-71. The entire fleet would end up with Amtrak in the 70s and 80s with all cars converted to head end power. Most lasted into the 1990s when they were finally retired and replaced with more modern equipment such as the Superliner II and Viewliners. Most of the fleet still exists today in museum collections and in private ownership. One car - Loch Ness - has been fully restored by Webb Rail and in This\u003cli\u003eFully detailed and decorated \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFully decorated and assembled with factory-installed grab \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFull underbody \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eRealistic stainless steel \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTrack-powered \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eFree-rolling 41-NDO-11 trucks with metal wheelsets and integral power \u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eEtched-metal end  The Budd Slumbercoach is one of many of\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/606allHOpass2024K\"\u003eRapido HO Scale passenger car models.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007062466925,"sku":"606-141019","price":119.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-141019_01_82f597c5-246c-4548-bd6a-d6f5fce1fdc7.jpg?v=1774376217"},{"product_id":"emd-e7a-dcc-up-986","title":"EMD E7A - Sound and DCC -- Union Pacific  #986 (Armour Yellow, gray, red)","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007063318893,"sku":"606-29536","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-29536_01_8dafaa6c-648a-4cfc-90a4-4c21e19f6533.jpg?v=1774376319"},{"product_id":"ge-u30cg-dcc-sf-402","title":"GE U30CG with Steam Generator - Sound and DCC -- Santa Fe #402 (Warbonnet, silver, red, yellow)","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007063449965,"sku":"606-55502","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-55502_01_3891d0bc-3517-4d07-a76b-3ccf332cfb5a.jpg?v=1774376443"},{"product_id":"trinity-cov-hopp-equx-6","title":"Trinity 6241 Cubic Foot Covered Hopper 6-Pack - Ready to Run -- Equistar Chemicals EQUX (gray, yellow conspicuity marks)","description":"","brand":"Rapido Trains Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53007066530157,"sku":"606-136006","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/7228\/6317\/files\/606-136006_01_f23cd1ef-1544-4720-81bf-5f92f4635bc0.jpg?v=1774376212"},{"product_id":"emd-e8a-dcc-dl-w-812","title":"EMD E8A - Sound and DCC -- Delaware, Lackawanna \u0026 Western #812 (gray, maroon, yellow)","description":"Rapido Trains HO Scale EMD E8 diesels are based on the quintessential North American passenger locomotive of the 1950s through the 1970s. 450 E8A and 46 E8B units were produced, with an additional 100 E9A and 44 E9B locos following. The first E8s were delivered in 1949, with the last E9 being produced in 1964. These units pulled passenger trains from coast to coast, and later became the backbone of Amtrak's fleet in its early days. Many more were later used in commuter service before being retired. Today several units live on in museums and tourist railroads throughout North America. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  The Rapido Trains EMD E8 features a body shell patterned after a 3D scan of the prototype to ensure the accuracy of the nose contour. The loco is loaded with roadname-specific detailing including multiple body versions, separate grab irons and handrails; appropriate side panels for as-built or rebuilt versions, full numberboard, class lights and headlights; a smooth dual-flywheel drive and Macdonald-Cartier magnetic knuckle couplers. This EMD E8 is equipped with a full sound and DCC decoder package for extreme realism. 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The 85ft long self-propelled coaches, which were powered by a pair of Detroit Diesel Series 110 engines, could be employed in single formation or coupled together with other examples - all controlled from In the United States, the Boston \u0026amp; Maine was the principal user of these single-car units, but they were also an important part of the rural lines and short-haul commuter passenger fleet of other railroad companies, including the Santa Fe, B\u0026amp;O, New Haven, NP, NYC, Reading, SP, and many others. Many later went on to Amtrak and various commuter agencies such as the Metro-North among others. RDCs can still be found in small numbers on scenic lines in both countries, as well as some In Canada, CN and CP rostered large numbers of RDCs, which later passed to VIA. The RDC served branchlines from coast to coast and were a means of reducing the costs of unprofitable local runs. They were also ubiquitous on the mainline, often in multiple units of three, six or even 11 cars! CN's RDCs could be found across the country in early years and mainly in the Toronto area in later years. Eager to cut costs, CP used the RDCs everywhere, especially in commuter service, the Maritimes, and on Vancouver Island. In VIA years, the RDC formed the backbone of shorter services in Quebec, the Toronto area and the Maritimes, as well as in Alberta and BC. PGE and later BCR used a fair number of RDCs in British Columbia right up The model features prototypically accurate details including phase I or II body type with correct detailing, roadname-specific detailing, directional headlights and red markers. These units feature a hidden drive system and great interior detailing, allowing for maximum performance and realism. The model also comes equipped with magnetic knuckle couplers and is DCC ready. 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This Rapido model features railroad-specific details, appropriate lighting packages and Rapido semi-scale knuckle couplers on both ends. The smooth-running drive features a five-pole motor with dual flywheels, backed up with the MoPower capacitor system for uninterrupted operation. This standard DC model is DCC ready with a 21-pin interface in the locomotive for easy conversion. 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After testing their initial prototype steel van in 1964, CN placed an order for 150 copies from Hawker-Siddeley, which were specifically designed for them. The body shells were constructed in Trenton, Nova Scotia, while the final assembly was completed at H-S's previous Fort William, Ontario plant (now Thunder Bay). The H-S Vans were numbered 79200 to 79349 and delivered in 1967. They were favorites amongst crews on the CN. They featured creature comforts such as: Waugh full-cushion underframes, electric lighting and power via an axle-driven generator, roller bearing trucks, a pair of oil stoves, a refrigerator, hot plate and much more. Their styling and design would set the standard for future Van orders. Few changes were made to these cars over their 30-year service lives with CN. The most notable changes were the paint schemes and some were modified for international service with features like FRA compliant window glass with orange side sills and end striping to denote that service. Rapido Trains models feature a super-detailed underbody including all separate air and brake piping, operating marker lights, track light and step lights; cabin lights and separately controlled cupola light; improved, full interior lighting, super-detailed Barber-Bettendorf caboose trucks with all-wheel pickup, a fully detailed multi-colored interior with interior handrails in the cupola. Other features include see-through, etched metal end platforms and steps, full end detail, including uncoupling levers and factory-installed grab irons. Cars come equipped with metal semi-scale knuckle couplers mounted at the correct height. 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Like many locomotives, the FT fleet underwent numerous modifications and rebuilds during its service life. Many road-specific changes would appear, including changes to number boards, pilots, cooling systems The Rapido model features prototypically accurate details with correct class detailing, roadname-specific detailing, roadname-specific body style, etched-metal grilles and details, full multi-colored cab interior, directional headlights and working ditch and coupler or drawbar couplers between A and B units. Both A and B units are powered. The smooth-running drive features a five-pole motor with dual flywheels, backed up with the MoPower capacitor system for uninterrupted operation. This standard DC model is DCC ready with a 21-pin interface for easy conversion. 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The original Comet cars built for the EL were designed strictly for low platforms, but evolution of the car design by Pullman and later Bombardier (which purchased the designs) evolved the Comet design to support both high- and low-platform boarding, on-board washrooms, accessible seating and, after 1990, a wide center door for high-level platform boarding. The Comet Cab Coach is based on a standard coach with a train control cab in one end. The cab cars eliminate the need to turn or run-around consists at the end of their run. Long-distance, intercity variations of the basic design were also constructed for Amtrak as its Horizon Fleet.  The Rapido N Scale cars feature free-rolling wheels, detailed underbodies, interior lighting and more. Comet Commuter cars are available in coach and cab car versions so you can easily customize your consists. This three-car set includes a pair of coaches and a matching cab car.   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Everyone remembers the New Look, also known as the \"Fishbowl\" bus. This model of the New Look Bus is scanned from the real thing. This first release model comes with double-stream rear exit doors. Features include: Correct tubular profile; full interior including separate seats and hand rails; steerable front wheels, etched metal details, multiple bumper styles, optional standee windows,, appropriate rear doors, optional air conditioning housing, optional rear window intakes, optional etched-metal advertisement frames and multiple route\/destination decals. Deluxe models also feature interior lighting; painted seats with painted handrails; working headlights and tail lights and illuminated destination sign. (12V power supply not included.) 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Everyone remembers the GM New Look, also known as the \"Fishbowl\" Bus. This time with only front door and high-back seats, these vehicles could be found in express service, intercity service, and even charter operations both in big cities and small towns across the country. Before the big highway coaches of today, the General Motors New Look Suburban was the go-to for many agencies for these operations too. This model represents the second through fourth generations of the New Look Bus, spanning from the mid-1960s right up until the 1980s, and comes with agency-specific details from advertising panels to roof hatches. Deluxe models feature interior lighting; painted seats with painted handrails; working headlights and tail lights and illuminated destination sign. (12V power supply not included.) The GM New Look is a must-have for 1960s to 1990s modelers. 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Santa Fe got creative in their thinking: remove the truss car body down to the engine deck and replace the truss members with large, deep side sills while fabricating stairs and GP7-like hoods suitable for switching, similar to other GP7-style locomotives currently in use. In late 1969, the first CF7 was rebuilt at Santa Fe{s Cleburne Shops, with 232 more through 1978. This would be one of the most successful locomotive rebuild programs of all-time.   \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  Throughout the CF7 rebuild program, many variations did occur. Most notably were the cab profiles and the side sills. The CF7 had two distinctive cab profiles: round and angled. The large side sills had two variations, as well: open and closed slots. The open slots were found on earlier rebuilds, which featured stronger, Tri-10 steel. The closed slot sills were made with a lighter steel and had the openings filled to provide more support.   \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e  These venerable locomotives made their living on road and yard switching jobs. In the mid-1980s, many would be sold to regional and short line operators. in the 2020s, many CF7s continued to operate in California, Florida, Texas and more!  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e     The HO Scale Santa Fe CF7 is loaded with details including five round or square cab variations and two long hood styles as appropriate. It features appropriate underbody details, roadnumber-specific details, ground lights, number boards and beacons. This model is equipped with an ESU LokSound V5 sound and DCC decoder with MoPower capacitor to keep it rolling over minor power interruptions. It also features dual flywheels and magnetic knuckle couplers. 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At a target weight of 44-tons (88,000 pounds), these diesels allowed the railroads to use only an engineer, thus saving crew costs. They were perfect for light switching, industrial and shop use. This Rapido model features railroad-specific details, appropriate lighting packages and Rapido semi-scale knuckle couplers on both ends. The smooth-running drive features a five-pole motor with dual flywheels, backed up with the MoPower capacitor system for uninterrupted operation. This locomotive-slug set is equipped with a full-featured ESU LokSound and DCC decoder for realistic sound and control. 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Built between July 1979 and February 1989, over 599 total units were produced. Of those, 129 were domestic orders for Conrail, Missouri Pacific, Norfolk \u0026amp; Western, and Norfolk Southern. Another 40 were made for Ferrocarril del Pacifico and National de Mexico. Lastly, 422 were made for China with many significant export differences, and the final units produced were 8 for Comilog in Gabon. Despite smaller production numbers, the C36-7 was ordered at key moments that resulted in it representing the evolution of GE s Dash-7 line more than the popular C30-7s. When GE launched \"1977 Series Locomotives\" (Dash-7s) in, they cataloged a C30-7, C33-7, and C36-7. Railroads immediately ordered C30-7's for booming coal service. The C33-7 was never ordered. The C36-7 was ignored until 1979, when National de Mexico and Ferrocarril del Pacifico placed orders. These export C36-7s for Mexico were essentially identical externally to C30-7s, which were being built by the hundreds at the time. Ferrocarril del Pacifico's units were repainted into striking two-tone blue FNM paint and worked both freight and passenger service. Of the 40 C36-7s built for Mexico, only one is still in service in 2024 - Ferromex 9336. Incredibly, despite being the last operating C36-7 (among few remaining operating C30-7's) 9336 was repainted in Ferromex's classy \"Diet Coke\" scheme in 2023. The Rapido model features railroad and era-specific details, etched-metal grilles and details, roadname-appropriate lighting packages and Rapido semi-scale knuckle couplers on both ends. The smooth-running drive features a five-pole motor with dual flywheels, backed up with the MoPower capacitor system for uninterrupted operation. This GE C36-7 is equipped with a full-featured ESU LokSound and DCC decoder for realistic sound and control. 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