Bowser Executive Line HO Scale ALCO RS-3 Phase 3 Interstate #35 - DC
Add distinctive Appalachian railroad motive power to your HO scale layout with the Bowser Executive Line ALCO RS-3 Phase 3 Interstate Railroad #35. This detailed, ready-to-run diesel locomotive features the Interstate Railroad's black paint scheme, prototype-specific detailing, and a smooth-running DC mechanism designed for realistic model railroad operations.
Interstate Railroad ALCO RS-3 Phase 3 Diesel Locomotive
The ALCO RS-3 was a versatile four-axle road switcher used by railroads throughout North America for freight service, switching, and local operations. Powered by ALCO's 244-series diesel engine, the prototype became a familiar sight on both major railroads and smaller regional lines during the transition from steam to diesel power.
The Interstate Railroad operated in the coal-producing regions of southwestern Virginia, making its ALCO road switchers especially appealing to modelers recreating Appalachian coal operations and eastern railroad history.
Bowser's Executive Line HO scale Interstate #35 represents the Phase 3 RS-3 configuration, featuring detailed bodywork, railroad-specific features, and factory-applied paint and lettering. Its DC mechanism includes a 21-pin decoder socket for modelers who wish to install DCC later.
Product Features
- Manufacturer: Bowser Manufacturing
- Product Line: Executive Line
- Scale: HO Scale (1:87)
- Railroad: Interstate Railroad
- Road Number: 35
- Locomotive Type: ALCO RS-3 Road Switcher
- Body Configuration: Phase 3
- Paint Scheme: Interstate Black
- Control: DC (DCC Ready)
- 21-pin DCC decoder socket
- Factory-applied railroad paint and lettering
- Prototype-specific locomotive details
- Separately applied air hoses, windshield wipers, and grab irons
- Detailed coupler lift bars and window glazing
- Operating headlight
- Can motor with flywheels
- Blackened wheels with RP25 flanges
- Knuckle couplers
- Ready-to-run construction
- Manufacturer Part Number: 25536