HO EMD BL2 Locomotive w/ DCC - Western Maryland #82 (BAC69204)

HO-scale EMD BL2 Locomotive with DCC in Western Maryland #82 is a detailed HO model that recreates the BL2’s distinctive wide cab and long hood, designed to give the engineer a clear view when moving in reverse. The design nods to the streamliner era and suits secondary-line freight, passenger, and excursion duties on modern layouts.

Designed for authentic operation, it features all-new body tooling and a dual-mode NMRA-compliant DCC decoder for smooth speed, direction, and lighting control. Roadname-specific detailing includes headlight style, steam generator exhaust stack, roof-mounted radiator, and cab window sunshades. A precision motor with all-wheel drive delivers reliable pulling power, while a painted shell with precise graphics and blackened RP25 wheels deliver a realistic look. The model is DCC On Board ready for onboard operation, with a speaker enclosure available for sound upgrades, and it carries finely detailed additions such as metal handrails, air brake components, windshield wipers, horns, and uncoupling levers. Front and rear headlights support Rule 17 operation or automatic direction control, and magnetically operated E-Z Mate Mark II couplers simplify linking to rolling stock. Best performance is on HO layout curves of 18 inches or greater.