Bachmann 68303 HO Siemens ALC-42 Charger — Amtrak 50th Anniversary "Day 1" #301 (DCC/TCS WOWSound)

Capture a piece of Amtrak history with Bachmann's HO scale Siemens ALC-42 Charger in the one-of-a-kind 50th Anniversary "Day 1" commemorative livery, modeled after locomotive #301 — the same unit that led Amtrak's anniversary celebration. Developed in partnership with Siemens Mobility using original design documentation and prototype field recordings, this is the most accurately detailed ALC-42 available in HO scale.

Sound — TCS WOWSound Decoder

The 16-bit, 44,100 Hz TCS WOWSound decoder delivers rich, true-to-prototype audio including:

• Prototype horn and bell recordings
• Prime mover startup, idle, and shutdown sequences
• Air compressor and cooling fans
• Coupler clank and brake application/release
• Grade crossing quill
• Crew alert
• Station announcements

Audio Assist lets you configure the decoder without diving into CVs, and the built-in Keep-Alive device maintains smooth operation over dirty track and poor electrical contacts.

Lighting

• Directional headlights (front and rear)
• Interior corridor work lights
• Marker lights
• Ditch lights — steady or alternating flash, DCC-controllable

Construction & Detail

• Die-cast metal frame for weight and smooth running
• Separately applied windshield wipers, grab irons, and fine detail parts
• Printed interior cab section visible through clear windows
• NMRA-compliant dual-mode decoder — runs on DCC or conventional DC
• Performs best on 22″ radius curves or greater

Prototype

The Siemens ALC-42 (marketed as the Charger) is a long-distance evolution of the SC-44 platform, featuring a redesigned nose profile, revised cab door configuration, and a Cummins QSK95 prime mover rated at 4,200 hp. Amtrak's #301 wears the 50th Anniversary livery applied for the railroad's milestone year.

Brand: Bachmann  |  Item #: 68303  |  Scale: HO (1:87)  |  Road Number: 301  |  DCC: TCS WOWSound Equipped