HO RS-3 Locomotive LIRR #1520 (ATH-2142)

The HO RS-3 Locomotive in Long Island Rail Road livery #1520 is an HO-scale diesel-electric model that faithfully reproduces the ALCO RS-3 prototype. This ready-to-run locomotive is built for model railroaders seeking a true-to-life representation of a classic 1950s switcher to power an HO layout in authentic LIRR colors.

Inside it packs a powerful, quiet can motor and a DCC-ready Quick Plug 21-pin interface for easy use on DC or DCC layouts, with sound versions offering Onboard DCC with Econami sound and a single cube speaker for realistic diesel rumble. LED lighting, see-through etched radiator fans and cab windows, metal grab irons, and fine-scale handrails add to the model’s realism, all mounted on a heavy die-cast frame with all-wheel drive and a precision gear train for smooth pulling power. RP25 wheels, McHenry operating knuckle couplers, prototype-accurate paint, and careful detailing complete the look, while the minimum 18-inch radius (22 inches recommended) ensures reliable operation on a wide range of layouts.