Atlas, HO scale, Alco RS-1 Diesel Locomotive, New York Central #8105, Item# 8117

  
Presents, HO scale, Limited edition 1988 release, Alco RS-1. Diesel locomotive, New York Central, #8105, lightning stripe scheme. Alco introduced the light road switcher, the RS-1, in 1941 at the behest of the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific. The RS-1 had the same 1,000-hp 539 diesel engine as an Alco S-2 switcher, but featured a hood-style body on a lengthened frame and Association of American Railroads type B road trucks. Alco and its subsidiaries would build more than 400 RS-1 diesels for several North American railroads during its 19-year production run.

The versatile road switcher could handle switching chores and local freights single-handedly or through freights in m. The RS-1 also had plenty of room in its short hood for a steam generator, and many of the road switchers were used in commuter and local passenger service. Several RS-1s have been preserved as static displays and a few still haul tourist trains.

The Atlas RS-1 model was produced in Japan by KATO. Origin marks on this model include KATO's name/logo on the truck bottoms. Features excellent detail, two axle driven trucks, and knuckle couplers.

Used item, no broken or missing pieces. In good condition, minor shelf wear from storage, as seen in the photos. Do not know for sure if this model was ever run on a track...

Considering how long these items have been sitting around, recommend a good lubrication before putting into full operation.