HO RF-16 Sharknose Locomotive A ATSF 470C Cat Whisker (BLI7699)

The HO RF-16 Sharknose Locomotive in Santa Fe livery (ATSF 470C, Cat Whisker) with Paragon4 Sound is the powered A-unit designed to anchor an authentic ABA consist. This HO-scale Baldwin Sharknose delivers prototypical performance with Paragon4 Sound and Control featuring Rolling Thunder, and a dual‑mode decoder for smooth operation on DC or DCC layouts. Painted in the correct scheme with road-number details, it’s ready to pair with a matching B-unit for realistic heavy-haul service on your railroad.

Built with an ABS body and a die-cast chassis for maximum tractive effort, the model offers all-wheel pickup and a precision drive for heavy pulling and precise slow-speed operation. It includes numerous separately applied details such as grab irons, horns, and a bell, plus prototypical lighting and authentic Baldwin Sharknose sounds. MicroTrains-compatible couplers, compatibility with Code 55/70/80 track, and an 18-inch minimum radius ensure solid performance across a wide range of layouts, making this Ant an ideal centerpiece for a Santa Fe–themed railroad.