Rapido 42011 HO Scale Conrail GE C30-7 #6605 (Analog DC)

Conrail GE C30-7 number 6605 in Conrail blue is the subject of this HO scale model from Rapido Trains. This is the DC/Silent release: it runs on standard DC out of the box and is DCC ready.

• Conrail blue, road number 6605
• Correct nose and body contours, high or low headlights as appropriate
• Correct Rockwell or Adirondack trucks
• New traction motor casing detail
• Detailed underbody piping and conduit, separate grab irons and handrails
• Heavy die-cast weight, five-pole motor with dual flywheels
• Operating headlights and rear lights; roof-top beacons and class lights where applicable

General Electric developed the C30-7 as an improved U30C with a 16-cylinder 3,000 horsepower diesel engine, and built over 1,100 of them between September 1976 and May 1986 for heavy-haul freight service on the Class I railroads. Many later found second careers on short lines, regionals and industrial roads thanks to their reliability and pulling power.