Rapido HO Scale New Haven Alco FA-1 Locomotive NH #0410 - DCC/Sound
Add classic New Haven diesel power to your HO scale railroad with the Rapido Trains Alco FA-1 locomotive NH #0410, finished in the New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad's original green and gold paint scheme. This highly detailed first-generation freight locomotive combines Rapido's prototype-specific detailing with factory-installed ESU LokSound DCC/Sound for realistic operation.
Introduced in 1946, the Alco FA-1 was a 1,500-horsepower diesel-electric locomotive designed primarily for mainline freight service. Powered by Alco's 244 diesel prime mover, the FA-1 became a familiar sight during the transition from steam to diesel power. New Haven's FA-1 fleet served across the railroad's northeastern network, handling freight assignments throughout the first-generation diesel era.
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: Rapido Trains
- SKU: RAP37564
- Manufacturer Item Number: 037564
- Scale: HO Scale (1:87)
- Railroad: New York, New Haven & Hartford (NH)
- Locomotive Type: Alco FA-1
- Road Number: NH #0410
- Paint Scheme: New Haven Green & Gold
- Configuration: Single FA-1 A-Unit Locomotive
- Control: DCC/Sound
- Sound Decoder: ESU LokSound
- Minimum Recommended Radius: 18 inches
Model Features
- Accurate Alco FA-1 nose and windshield contours
- Prototype-appropriate flat or angled number boards
- Dynamic or non-dynamic brake details as appropriate
- Etched metal side grilles and radiator fan screens
- Separately applied grab irons and handrails
- Detailed underbody piping and conduits
- Road-specific exterior details installed or included as appropriate
- Detailed, multi-color cab interior
- Heavy die-cast chassis for improved traction
- Five-pole motor with dual flywheels
- Operating headlights, class lights and backup lights as appropriate
- Factory-installed ESU LokSound DCC/Sound decoder
- MoPower capacitor system for improved DCC operation
New Haven Alco FA-1 NH #0410
Finished in the New Haven's distinctive green and gold colors, locomotive #0410 represents the railroad's early diesel freight power. The streamlined FA-1 carbody, characteristic Alco nose and railroad-specific details make this model a fitting addition to layouts representing New England railroading during the transition era.
Whether operating as a single locomotive or alongside other New Haven diesel units, this Rapido FA-1 offers a combination of accurate appearance, detailed construction and factory-installed sound for HO scale model railroad operations.