{"product_id":"refurbished-r8493-prr-m1a-4-8-2-6712-no-sound-dcc-ready-n-scale","title":"REFURBISHED R8493 PRR M1a 4-8-2, #6712, No-Sound \/ DCC-Ready, N scale","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe M1a's and M1b's are 4-8-2 \"mountain\" type steam locomotives operated by the Pennsylvania Railroad.  Use primarily for hauling freight, many PRR crews regarded the M1's as the pinnacle of the railroad's steam power.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStandout features on both classes are the square-shouldered Belpaire firebox, the 72-inch driving wheels, and a large cross-mounted air tank positioned at the front of the locomotive.  The differences between the M1a and M1b classes are minor.  The M1b's have firebox circulators that are absent from the M1a's, and the sole visible distinction are the extra cleaning plugs on the firebox sides for maintaining the circulators.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2024, we are building models of the M1a and M1b.  We are offering three prototypical road numbers of each class, as well as an unlettered M1a, an unlettered M1b, and two PRR-style fantasy paint schemes that the M1's never wore while in service.  All of the Paragon4 series models are equipped with our newest Paragon4 DC\/DCC Sound decoder featuring Rolling Thunder and an integral GoPack capacitor pack.   In addition to the Paragon4 Series models, we are also offering these \"Mountains\" in our Stealth Series.  Stealth Series models are No-Sound \/ DCC-Ready models that operate on DC out-of-the-box, or a modeler can easily install their DCC decoder of choice.  Out of the box, front and rear lights are directional.  Other lights are always ON with track power.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndustry-Leading Model Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStealth Series - Model is DCC-Ready out of the box.  No Sound\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOut-of-the-box, front and rear lights are directional.  Other lights are ON with track power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eModel comes with 8 ohm speaker installed for easy installation of a DCC\/Sound decoder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrecision Drive Mechanism Engineered for Heavy Towing and Smooth Slow Speed Operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDie Cast Body with Die Cast Chassis for Maximum Tractive Effort\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePremium Caliber Painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrototypically Accurate Paint Schemes and Road Numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany Separately Applied Details such as Handrails, Grab Irons, Ladders, Piping, Whistle, and Bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMicrotrains-compatible Couplers (2)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWill operate on Code 55, Code 70, and Code 80 Rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMinimum Operating Radius:  9.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e** Specifications on this page subject to change\u003c\/strong\u003e","brand":"Stealth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43833943457946,"sku":"R8493","price":194.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0479\/9781\/2890\/products\/8493_40.jpg?v=1692379826","url":"https:\/\/broadway-limited.com\/products\/refurbished-r8493-prr-m1a-4-8-2-6712-no-sound-dcc-ready-n-scale","provider":"Broadway Limited Imports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}