{"product_id":"bachmann-ho-scale-siemens-alc-42-charger-amtrak-phase-vi-300-with-tcs-wowsound-dcc-68301","title":"Bachmann HO Scale Siemens ALC-42 Charger Amtrak Phase VI #300 with TCS WOWSound DCC (68301)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmtrak's newest long-distance diesel, the Siemens ALC-42 Charger, in Phase VI colors as #300 – with TCS WOWSound on board.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Prototype\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ALC-42 (\"Air Liquid Cooled, 4,200 hp\") is Siemens' long-distance version of the SC-44 Charger. It was built at Siemens' plant in Sacramento, California to replace Amtrak's aging P42 Genesis fleet. The ALC-42 adds a new nose profile and cab door arrangement for cross-country service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first units entered revenue service in 2022 on the \u003cem\u003eEmpire Builder\u003c\/em\u003e. ALC-42s now lead trains across the West, including the \u003cem\u003eSouthwest Chief\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSunset Limited\u003c\/em\u003e through Arizona. They wear Amtrak's Phase VI livery, which debuted on the Chargers. As #300, it's the first unit on the ALC-42 roster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTCS WOWSound \u0026amp; DCC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed TCS WOWSound decoder with CD-quality 16-bit, 44.1kHz audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype field recordings: horn, bell, prime mover, compressor, cooling fans, couplers, brakes, crew and station announcements, grade-crossing signal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio Assist voice-guided programming – no CV charts needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep-Alive device for uninterrupted running over dirty track and frogs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder (DCC and DC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSiemens-approved design drawn from original documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDie-cast frame with precision motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional headlights with Rule 17 dimming and flashing ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate metal handrails and grab irons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear cab and engine-room windows with interior detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee-through trucks with blackened metal RP-25 wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eE-Z Mate Mark II magnetic knuckle couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum radius: 22\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: HO (1:87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Bachmann Trains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem #: 68301\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad \/ number: Amtrak #300 (Phase VI)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Siemens ALC-42 Charger, TCS WOWSound DCC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: approx. 9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso in stock: Amtrak #305 (Bachmann 68302). Run a pair on the head end of your long-distance train.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bachmann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45623679680688,"sku":"bac68301","price":329.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/4351\/2752\/files\/68301_0.jpg?v=1790791384","url":"https:\/\/arizonahobbies.com\/products\/bachmann-ho-scale-siemens-alc-42-charger-amtrak-phase-vi-300-with-tcs-wowsound-dcc-68301","provider":"Arizona Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}