- In the last part of the 19th century, the Climax Locomotive Works paved the way toward geared locomotives with a combination of improvements to existing technology and ground-breaking designs.
- The horizontal boiler on the Class B Climax was more powerful and efficient than the previous T-boilers.
- The first successful model was produced until 1904 and some models continued in service until the early 1950s.
- ON (1/48) Scale but compatible with HO-gauge track DCC-and sound-ready Die-cast metal construction painted black, w/horizontal white pinstripes on the locomotive and white and red pinstripes on the cab 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 and oil tank DCC(TM) On Board Sound CD Protected by Bachmann's limited lifetime warranty.
