20-2456-1 O Scale Premier FA-2 ABA Diesel Engine Set - With Proto-Sound 2.0 For availability see 'Find it locally' tab $649.95Product InformationDescriptionFA-2 ABA Diesel Engine Set - With Proto-Sound 2.0 - Erie Cab Nos.: A Units - 738A & 738D B Unit - 738B Roadname: ErieProduct Item Number: 20-2456-1Catalog: BG 2003 Volume 2Product Line: PremierScale: O ScaleDelivery Status: Delivered DEC. 2003This product is compatible with all O Gauge 3-Rail track systems including those systems offered by Atlas and Lionel and Gargraves and Ross Custom Switches. OverviewWhile the ALCO FA-2s were shorter and more muscular looking, they were undeniably the siblings of the popular PA-series engines. Born in the same year, 1946, as the PA, the FA shared its passenger counterpart's blocky nose and smooth sides and was often seen in the now-popular ABA formation. In fact, the FA and PA were even designed with interchangeable components. The FA was in the unenviable position of competing head-to-head with EMD's enormously popular FT and F-series freight cabs, and the FA-1s were not equipped for the battle. They lacked room for a steam generator and required a B-unit or other steam-equipped locomotive, which limited their usefulness as a dual-service diesel. The 1,600 horsepower, 12-cylinder FA-2, introduced in 1950, solved this problem. Despite having to play catch-up to EMD's head start in the freight cab market, ALCO's FA-2s competed well. M.T.H. proudly presents the Premier FA-2 ABA set in the unmistakable colors of four new roadnames: Santa Fe, Western Maryland, Erie and Long Island Railroad. These streamlined diesels will bring beautiful power to any layout. Did You Know? The FA was offered with optional passenger gearing and designated FPA, but only Canadian National bought that version. Features- Directionally Controlled Headlights - Intricately Detailed ABS Bodies - Die-Cast Truck Sides, Pilots and Fuel Tank - (2) Remotely Controlled Proto-Couplersr - Authentic Paint Scheme - Metal Handrails and Decorative Horn - (2) Precision Flywheel Equipped Motors In Each A Unit - Locomotive Speed Control - Lighted Cab Interior - Lighted Cab Interiors - Illuminated Number Boards - Lighted Marker Lights - Spinning Roof Fans - Metal Body Side Grilles - (2) Operating Smoke Units - Metal Wheels, Axles and Gears - (2) Cab Figures In Each A Unit - Proto-Sound 2.0 With The Digital Command System Featuring:- Freight Yard Proto-Effects - Unit Measures:39 3/4" x 2 1/2" x 3 3/4" - Operates On O-31 Curves Find It LocallyThis product may not have shipped yet or is completely sold out. Click on the show button to see who might have it on order. Support