Atlas HO Scale - Amtrak AEM - 7 909 - DCC Ready.
Item History & Price
HO Scale Atlas 8574 Amtrak AEM-7 Electric Locomotive #909 Powered DCC Ready: I. History:a. The AEM-7:In the mid-1970s Amtrak was looking for a suitable replacement for the famed GG1 electric locomotives which had been in service since the mid-1930s. Domestic designs were considered, but the approved locomotive design was presented by the Swedish firm ASEA. Assembly began in 1978 at EMD, with the original bodies produced by the Budd Company and other components imported from Sweden.... Amtrak’s original order was for 47 units which were delivered between 1980 and 1982. This effectively removed the GG1 from regular Amtrak service. An additional seven units were delivered to Amtrak in 1988.Amtrak’s AEM-7 fleet is mostly still in service today. Retirements are planned as Amtrak’s new ACS-64 model are introduced starting in 2014. However, it is expected that rebuilt AEM-7s will continue in service at least for the next several years.
b. The Atlas Company:For over 60 years, Atlas has been a leader in the world of model railroading. Atlas has its roots in model railroad track and accessory making through invention, innovation, and ingenuity. Atlas has a proud reputation as a family-owned business and is well-known for quality and excellence. Repair parts and accessories are available from the company’s website.
II. For sale:HO Scale Atlas 8574 Amtrak AEM-7 Electric Locomotive #909 Powered:a. Features: Amtrak Phase IV paint schemeOperating pantographsDie-cast chassisDual flywheelsAccuMate® couplersOperating head lights and marker lights which are directionalFull cab interior with painted crew membersSeparately-applied wire grab ironsAstounding roof detailAccurate painting and lettering where appropriateNMRA 8-pin plug for DCC Also includes an integral switch on the circuit board which allows the modeler to select either the pantographs or track power for easy operation. Unit has been Track Tested and runs well.
III. Upgrading to DCC:a. Recommend; Train Control system (TCS) DP2X Decoder SKU: 1028 MSRP $36.95 (NOT INCLUDED):This HO-Scale decoder designed as a direct-plug replacement decoder for engines equipped with 8-pin NMRA sockets. By far one of the easiest decoders to install, the DP2X can be plugged into many locomotives with no effort.b. Features of the DP2X Decoder:Back EMF Load Compensation:Provides superior slow speed control and high performance under load.Quiet Drive:Super-quiet motor control for "buzz" free motor performance.DC Mode:Decoder will automatically detect DC power. You can also configure how your lighting effects function on DC.RailCom®:This feature allows the decoder to talk to the command station. RailCom supports expansion for new features.Variable Momentum:Allows you to make custom acceleration and deceleration curves.Incandescent Bulb Support:This decoder can be used with 12 Volt bulbs.Function Remapping:Buttons 0 through 12 may be used to control the lighting functions of this decoder.Programmable Lighting Effects:Choose from 20 separate user-programmable lighting effects!Dimmable Brightness:Configure multiple different brightness levels for your LED's or incandescent bulbs.Decoder Lock:Feature which prevents accidental/unwanted programming while activated.Airwire™ Compatible:Fully compatible with Airwire™ operation.User-Loadable Speed Tables:Configure custom speed curves
C. Disassembly (see Images 10-11-12):Remove three screws on the A end, and three screws on the B end to expose the internal features.
IV. Box:New condition little shelf wear.
V. Shipping:Free local pick up Seattle WA area. Domestic shipping I use USPS Priority Mail. International shipping through eBay global shipping program.
b. The Atlas Company:For over 60 years, Atlas has been a leader in the world of model railroading. Atlas has its roots in model railroad track and accessory making through invention, innovation, and ingenuity. Atlas has a proud reputation as a family-owned business and is well-known for quality and excellence. Repair parts and accessories are available from the company’s website.
II. For sale:HO Scale Atlas 8574 Amtrak AEM-7 Electric Locomotive #909 Powered:a. Features: Amtrak Phase IV paint schemeOperating pantographsDie-cast chassisDual flywheelsAccuMate® couplersOperating head lights and marker lights which are directionalFull cab interior with painted crew membersSeparately-applied wire grab ironsAstounding roof detailAccurate painting and lettering where appropriateNMRA 8-pin plug for DCC Also includes an integral switch on the circuit board which allows the modeler to select either the pantographs or track power for easy operation. Unit has been Track Tested and runs well.
III. Upgrading to DCC:a. Recommend; Train Control system (TCS) DP2X Decoder SKU: 1028 MSRP $36.95 (NOT INCLUDED):This HO-Scale decoder designed as a direct-plug replacement decoder for engines equipped with 8-pin NMRA sockets. By far one of the easiest decoders to install, the DP2X can be plugged into many locomotives with no effort.b. Features of the DP2X Decoder:Back EMF Load Compensation:Provides superior slow speed control and high performance under load.Quiet Drive:Super-quiet motor control for "buzz" free motor performance.DC Mode:Decoder will automatically detect DC power. You can also configure how your lighting effects function on DC.RailCom®:This feature allows the decoder to talk to the command station. RailCom supports expansion for new features.Variable Momentum:Allows you to make custom acceleration and deceleration curves.Incandescent Bulb Support:This decoder can be used with 12 Volt bulbs.Function Remapping:Buttons 0 through 12 may be used to control the lighting functions of this decoder.Programmable Lighting Effects:Choose from 20 separate user-programmable lighting effects!Dimmable Brightness:Configure multiple different brightness levels for your LED's or incandescent bulbs.Decoder Lock:Feature which prevents accidental/unwanted programming while activated.Airwire™ Compatible:Fully compatible with Airwire™ operation.User-Loadable Speed Tables:Configure custom speed curves
C. Disassembly (see Images 10-11-12):Remove three screws on the A end, and three screws on the B end to expose the internal features.
IV. Box:New condition little shelf wear.
V. Shipping:Free local pick up Seattle WA area. Domestic shipping I use USPS Priority Mail. International shipping through eBay global shipping program.
