Bachmann 68301 HO Scale AMTRAK Siemens ALC-42 Charger W/DCC Sound #300

The future of long-distance passenger railroading is heading your way this year! 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. Additional features include: ? 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