{"product_id":"kat1766052","title":"N ALC-42 Charger Amtrak Locomotive Phase VI #303 (KAT1766052)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_description\"\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003eThis is an N-scale replica of Amtrak’s ALC-42 Charger locomotive, unit #303, modeled to bring the Siemens diesel-electric engine used on modern cross-country service to a layout. Built on brand-new molding, the model captures the Phase VI design with an extended nose, larger fuel tank, and sand-fill tank, reflecting the prototype’s updated profile. In real life, Amtrak’s ALC-42 deliveries began in 2021 and revenue service started in February 2022 on the Empire Builder, and a Day One heritage paint motif nods to Amtrak’s original 1971 look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003eOn the rails, the locomotive offers thoughtful details for realism and operation: body-mounted KATO magnetic knuckle couplers, directional golden-white LED headlights with illuminated number boards, and a powerful five-pole motor with all-wheel electrical pickup, complemented by hybrid steel and plastic wheels for reliable power. The model is DCC-friendly and has a pre-built speaker housing space in the fuel tank; prototypical see-through venting on the side can be illuminated with an optional interior lighting kit to reveal the engine compartment behind the large grill. These features combine fidelity and performance for a standout modern Amtrak layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kato (KAT)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47899212611636,"sku":"KAT1766052","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/6653\/8292\/files\/KAT1766052.jpg?v=1781278027","url":"https:\/\/nankinhobby.com\/products\/kat1766052","provider":"Nankin Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}