N Siemens ALC-42 Locomotive w/ DCC Amtrak #304 Phase VI (BAC68355)

An N-scale Siemens ALC-42 Charger locomotive with DCC sound for Amtrak, numbered 304 in Phase VI livery. Based on the real-world ALC-42 Charger design and developed in collaboration with Siemens Mobility, this model captures the distinctive nose profile and cab‑door configuration for authentic cross‑country operations on modern layouts. It houses a TCS WOWSound CD‑quality 16‑bit 44,100Hz decoder with Audio Assist for easy setup without CVs, delivering realistic horn, engine sounds and startup sequences.

The locomotive rides on a die‑cast frame with finely applied detail parts, including windshield wipers and grab irons, and features directional headlights and marker lights with steady or alternating ditch lights. It includes E‑Z Mate II couplers and a dual‑mode NMRA decoder that handles speed, direction, and lighting, plus interior corridor lights. A Keep‑Alive device helps maintain operation through dirty track or brief power interruptions, making it a reliable centerpiece for Amtrak-era scenes on an N‑scale layout.