{"product_id":"bli-8496-prr-m1b-4-8-2-6749-no-sound-dcc-ready-n","title":"BLI 8496 PRR M1b 4-8-2, #6749, No-Sound \/ DCC-Ready, N","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" face=\"Arial\"\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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" face=\"Arial\"\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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" face=\"Arial\"\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\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustry-Leading Model Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStealth Series - Model is DCC-Ready out of the box.  No Sound\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOut-of-the-box, front and rear lights are directional.  Other lights are ON with track power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel comes with 8 ohm speaker installed for easy installation of a DCC\/Sound decoder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Drive Mechanism Engineered for Heavy Towing and Smooth Slow Speed Operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDie Cast Body with Die Cast Chassis for Maximum Tractive Effort\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Caliber Painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototypically Accurate Paint Schemes and Road Numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany Separately Applied Details such as Handrails, Grab Irons, Ladders, Piping, Whistle, and Bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrotrains-compatible Couplers (2)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill operate on Code 55, Code 70, and Code 80 Rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Operating Radius:  9.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e** Specifications on this page subject to change\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Broadway Limited Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42925673807935,"sku":"BLI-8496","price":272.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/7461\/7663\/files\/8496_40.jpg?v=1771000702","url":"https:\/\/factorydirecthobbies.com\/products\/bli-8496-prr-m1b-4-8-2-6749-no-sound-dcc-ready-n","provider":"Factory Direct Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}