{"product_id":"preorder-athearn-ho-64951-f59-phi-locomotive-amtrak-california-cdtx-2013-220-99","title":"PREORDER Athearn HO 64951 F59 PHI Locomotive, Amtrak California (CDTX) #2013","description":"DCC AND SOUND EQUIPPED \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The EMD F59PHI is a high speed locomotive produced by Electro-Motive Division (EMD) from 1994 to 2001. It features an isolated cab, lightweight body, and a streamlined shape, features that were absent on the original commuter F59PH. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e First built for the California Department of Transportation(CDOT), the F59PHI has seen service in all four corners of America, (mostly seen in California) as well as in the Pacific Northwest\/Montreal area in Canada, and most recently Chicago's METRA Railroad. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e CDOT wanted a locomotive that was both reliable and attractive. They approached EMD, who responded with the lightweight, high-speed F59PHI locomotive. Soon after, more orders arrived. Amtrak ordered 21 of these locomotives for their Pacific Surfliner service (separate from Amtrak California). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The F59PHI was produced until 2001. It was taken off of EMD's lineup because it wasn't able to meet the EPA Tier 1 regulations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Some of Amtrak California's F59PHI's have been rebuilt by EMD, these are ECO repowers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e F59PHI LOCOMOTIVE FEATURES:\u003cbr\u003e LED Lighting for realistic appearance\u003cbr\u003e DCC-ready features Quick Plug plug-and-play technology with 21-pin NEM connector\u003cbr\u003e See through window glazings and radiator fans\u003cbr\u003e See-through dynamic brake fans if applicable\u003cbr\u003e Separately-applied horn and wire grab irons\u003cbr\u003e Separately applied Celcon scale handrails on rear pilot\u003cbr\u003e Snowplow\u003cbr\u003e McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers\u003cbr\u003e All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth and quiet operation\u003cbr\u003e Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and pulling power\u003cbr\u003e All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow\u003cbr\u003e 5-pole skew wound motor with precision-machined flywheels and multi-link drive train for optimal operation\u003cbr\u003e Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track\u003cbr\u003e Painted and printed for realistic decoration\u003cbr\u003e Fully-assembled and ready-to-run out of the box\u003cbr\u003e Highly detailed, injection molded body\u003cbr\u003e Minimum radius: 18\"\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e LEGENDARY LIVERIES\u003cbr\u003e What are Legendary Liveries? An Athearn exclusive, they are the ultimate answer to \"What if?\" Featuring some of the most popular railroad paint schemes of all time, these models are perfect for collecting, proto- freelancing, or just plain fun! Whether company proposed paint schemes, canceled locomotive orders, or alternate takes on history, Legendary Liveries are fun and unique additions to any roster. Enjoy these items, and answer the ultimate railroad question of: \"What if?\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e SOUND-EQUIPPED MODELS ALSO FEATURE:\u003cbr\u003e Onboard Econami Sound by SoundTraxx\u003cbr\u003e Sound units operate in both DC and DCC\u003cbr\u003e Full DCC functions available when operated in DCC mode\u003cbr\u003e Engine, horn, and bell sounds work in DC\u003cbr\u003e All functions NMRA compatible in DCC mode\u003cbr\u003e Excellent Slow speed control\u003cbr\u003e Effect lighting (if applicable) using F5 and\/or F6\u003cbr\u003e Program a multiple unit (MU) lashup with lead unit only horn, bell, and lights\u003cbr\u003e Many functions can be altered via Configuration Value (CV) changes","brand":"Athearn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42870097281087,"sku":"ATH-64951-PRE","price":22.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/7461\/7663\/files\/ATH64951_A0_DHJSN3PN_ffb33bd6-3a9c-4add-8545-7b70e0379598.jpg?v=1769749592","url":"https:\/\/factorydirecthobbies.com\/products\/preorder-athearn-ho-64951-f59-phi-locomotive-amtrak-california-cdtx-2013-220-99","provider":"Factory Direct Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}