{"product_id":"dcc-sound-ho-scale-diesel-rapido-bc-rail-m420-642","title":"(DCC\/Sound) HO Scale Diesel Rapido BC Rail M420 #642","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eThe M420 was powered by the ALCO 12V‑251C3 prime mover, delivering 2,000 horsepower. Most units rode on MLW’s distinctive ZWT (Zero Weight‑Transfer) trucks, with one notable exception: the five locomotives built for the Providence \u0026amp; Worcester. Those units used ALCO trade‑in FA trucks, requiring a unique bolster design and altered truck spacing, making them stand out from the rest of the fleet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eBetween May 1973 and February 1977, MLW produced 103 M420s for four railways:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian National:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80 units\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBC Rail:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 units (including eight B‑units)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFerrocarriles del Estado:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 units\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvidence \u0026amp; Worcester:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 units\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eCN received its locomotives in three groups:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMR‑20a (2500–2529):\u003c\/strong\u003e delivered in 1973\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMR‑20b (2530–2559):\u003c\/strong\u003e delivered in 1974\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMR‑20c (2560–2579):\u003c\/strong\u003e delivered in 1976\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eAll CN M420s were retired by 1998, with many finding new life on short lines across North America.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl-medium [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5 pb-1\"\u003eM420\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLocomotive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e3D scanned from a real M420 for maximum accuracy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eFirst run includes MR‑20b and MR‑20c classes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eRapido’s dead‑straight metal side handrails with plastic stanchions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eExceptional underframe detailing, including traction motor cables, piping, rerailer, and a remarkable number of separately applied parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eChoice of two‑ or three‑panel radiators, louvered or large‑opening electrical cabinet doors, and open or closed truck bearings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eFactory‑installed grab irons and handrails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eOperating headlights, rear lights, tri‑colour class lights, and illuminated cab control stand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eHighly detailed cab interior with optional open front door\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eAvailable as DC\/Silent (21‑pin DCC‑ready) or DC\/DCC with ESU LokSound\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-xl-medium [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5 pb-1\"\u003eNew\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCN 3500‑series:\u003c\/strong\u003e rebuilt long hood with knuckle‑buster door latches, paper air filters, retention‑tank ditch lights, and relocated horn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBC Rail:\u003c\/strong\u003e correct fuel tank size and placement, four rock lights (nose and pilot), and rebuilt steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB‑units:\u003c\/strong\u003e available as part of A\/B sets, with single A‑units sold separately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP\u0026amp;W version:\u003c\/strong\u003e correct AAR trucks and headlight configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RAPIDO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51526346277181,"sku":"RAP033535","price":369.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/6284\/7293\/files\/033535__89839.jpg?v=1774553902","url":"https:\/\/www.abchobby.ca\/products\/dcc-sound-ho-scale-diesel-rapido-bc-rail-m420-642","provider":"ABC Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}