Bachmann 53653, N Scale NYC 4-6-4 Hudson, w Econami Sound & DCC, As-Delivered Roman Lettering # 5426

Bachmann N Scale 4-6-4 Hudson, w Econami Sound & DCC, New York Central As-Delivered Roman Lettering # 5426

Bachmann Item: #53653 

With All-new tooling and factory-set for maximum realism, Bachmann's N scale Hudson is equipped with the latest SoundTraxx^tm Econami^tm steam sound decoder.

Locomotive Features Include:

• Die-cast chassis


• Metal driver axle bearings


• Athentic Boxpok-style drivers


• Econami^tm DCC sound-equipped


• Dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder


• Precision motor


• Completely hidden drive train


• Gear drive


• Operating headlight and tender backup light


• Separately applied detail parts, including bell, whistle, pop valves and handrails. 


• E-Z Mate® Mark II couplers front and rear


• Extra front dummy coupler in down position included

*Performs best on 11.25" radius curves or greater.

Prototype Overview:

The late 1920s saw New York Central needing faster, more powerful locomotives to head its famous passenger trains, such as the 20th Century Limited. ALCo's 4-6-4 locomotive fulfilled that need as it entered service in 1927, earning it's nickname by operating along the Hudson River. The Hudson locomotive would later become an iconic symbol for both  the New York Central and fast, luxury railroad travel in general.