Bachmann 69053 N Scale Siemens ALC-42 Charger Amtrak Phase VII 309 DCC WOWSound

The future of long-distance passenger railroading is heading to N Scale. Based on the highly successful medium-distance SC-44 Charger, the ALC-42 displays a range of new features for cross-country service on America’s most scenic and storied routes, including a unique nose design and cab door configuration. Bachmann’s ALC-42 Charger has been developed in collaboration with Siemens Mobility, using original design documentation and prototype field recordings for maximum realism. Features include a TCS WOWSound® CD-quality 16-bit 44,100Hz decoder with Audio Assist® for easy configuration without CVs, and a Keep-Alive® device for uninterrupted operation, even over dirty track. The WOWSound® diesel-electric locomotive package includes an authentic horn, bell, prime mover, startup/shutdown, compressor, cooling fan, coupler close/release, brake release/application, crew alert, grade crossing quill, station announcements, and more.

FEATURES:

• Siemens-approved design
• DCC sound-equipped for sound, speed, direction, and lighting control
• True CD-quality audio in 16-bit 44,100Hz sound
• Keep-Alive® device that keeps your engine running during power interruptions due to dirty track or loss of electrical contact
• Voice-guided Audio Assist® programming tool for easy set-up of almost all decoder functionality
• Dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder
• Directional headlights and marker lights
• Interior corridor work lights
• Steady/alternate flashing ditch lights
• Die-cast frame with separately applied windshield wipers, grab irons and detail parts
• E-Z Mate® Mark II couplers