HO Budd Slumbercoach Amtrak Phase 3 Loch Long 2081 (RPI141005)

The HO Budd Slumbercoach is a detailed model that brings to life the unique design of passenger cars used in overnight rail travel. Developed in the mid-1950s by the Budd Company, the Slumbercoach was an innovative solution to attract passengers back to train travel amidst the rise of airlines and automobiles. This model features a capacity for 40 passengers, offering a mix of single and double rooms laid out along a single central aisle. With its distinctive staggered windows, the Slumbercoach was used on many famous trains, including the North Coast Limited and the Denver Zephyr.

This model is intricately designed from original blueprints, showcasing full underbody detail, accurate trucks with disc brakes, and a stunning stainless-steel finish. Inside, it features multi-color detailing and constant track-powered lighting for both DC and DCC operations. The Slumbercoach not only represents significant rail history, but it is also ideal for collectors and model railroaders alike.