Rapido Trains HO Scale: EMD SW1200 - DCC Ready - Milwaukee Road

As dieselization progressed, many roads found themselves in need of a compact, lightweight locomotive to replace steam power on branch lines and other over-the-road assignments (freight and passenger) not requiring a full-fledged mainline road switcher. The SW1200 combined the right size and muscle for these assignments. The SW1200 was available with both Type A and Flexicoil trucks, and the Rapido model represents those options. Other features available on the SW1200 include different fuel tanks, unique spark arrestors, MU cables, folding end-platform drop steps and different lighting options as specific to each road.

The HO Scale Rapido SW1200 features

• Designed from original blueprints and field measurements

• Heavy diecast frame, chassis and gearboxes for superior pulling power

• Rapido’s renowned silky smooth-running drive system

• Working classification lights, cab interior light and inspection lights

• Fully detailed Type A or Flexicoil trucks, as appropriate

• Full cab interior with working cab interior light and non-working fire extinguisher and fridge (where appropriate)

• Working headlights and illuminated number boards at both ends

• Some models have a rotary beacon or flasher/strobe as appropriate

• Separate handrails, including crash bars inside the cab

• Multiple exhaust stack and battery box door styles

• With or without working drop steps, as appropriate

• Incredible underbody piping and conduit detail - a Rapido hallmark

• DC/Silent or DC/DCC/Sound versions featuring an ESU Loksound decoder with accurate recordings from a 567 prime mover