HO Dreyfuss Streamlined Hudson Locomotive with DCC - 1938 New York Central #5452 (BAC56604)

HO-scale Dreyfuss Streamlined Hudson Locomotive with DCC recreates the iconic 1938 streamlined Hudson that powered the New York Central's prestigious 20th Century Limited. While mechanically identical to earlier non‑streamlined Hudsons, Henry Dreyfuss's aerodynamic exterior gives this model a distinctive, era‑accurate silhouette that shines on any HO layout.

Designed for both DCC and DC layouts, this locomotive features a dual‑mode NMRA‑compliant decoder with TCS WOWSound for CD‑quality audio, a Keep‑Alive device to bridge power gaps, and Chuffinity that modulates chuff intensity with load. Realistic details include LED directional headlights with Rule 17 dimming, Boxpok or Scullin drivers, a die‑cast frame and boiler, and magnetically operated E‑Z Mate II couplers. A Voice-guided Audio Assist programming tool helps configure decoder functions quickly, making setup approachable for newcomers while delivering reliable, authentic operation for seasoned operators.