- Modeled after steam locos in service during the 1890s.
- It was known as the "American" because it was one of the most common and best recognized locos of its kind.
- It later went on to become a favorite in England, too.
- This version features an "oil" headlight ON (1/48) Scale but compatible with HO-gauge track DCC-and sound-ready Die-cast metal construction painted black, with horizontal gold pinstriping on the locomotive and tender, an ornate, double- line design on the tender & red cab windows Metal valve gear Precision 5-pole, skew-wound motor Working headlight RP25 blackened metal wheels E-Z Mate(R) Mark II couplers on front and rear Fine scale modeling includes rivet, panel and woodgrain detailing and separate molded/cast detail parts that include wood and coal tender loads, oil tank, tool box, rubber pipe for water tender & more Detailed cab interior w/controls, gauges and sliding side windows Tender includes three interchangeable fuel sources: molded wood stack, die-cast coal load & plastic oil tank Includes package of "coal dust" for added detailing & realism DCC(TM) On Board Sound CD Protected by Bachmann's limited lifetime warranty.
