Bachmann, 53801, HO Scale, USRA 0-6-0 With Tender, Baltimore And Ohio, #354, DCC & Sound
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DCC WOWSOUND EQUIPPED MODEL
The USRA 0-6-0 switcher was a steam locomotive designed under the United States Railroad Administration (USRA) during World War I. Here's a concise overview of its history and legacy:
Production and Design
The USRA 0-6-0 switcher was produced between 1918 and 1919. It was classified as a "light switcher" and featured a 0-6-0 wheel arrangement, making it ideal for yard duties and light freight work. A total of 255 original units were built under USRA control.
Railroads That Utilized Them
These locomotives were distributed to various railroads across the United States, including:
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad (40 units)
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Chicago and North Western Railway (35 units)
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Pennsylvania Railroad (30 units)
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Atlantic Coast Line Railroad, Union Pacific Railroad, and others.
Retirement and Replacements
The USRA 0-6-0 switchers served for several decades before being retired. By the mid-20th century, they were gradually replaced by diesel-electric switchers, which offered greater efficiency and lower operational costs.
Surviving Examples
While most of the original locomotives were scrapped, a few copies and derivatives of the USRA 0-6-0 design have been preserved. Notable examples include locomotives undergoing restoration or displayed in museums.
This locomotive remains a significant part of American railroading history, symbolizing the standardization efforts during a critical period. Let me know if you'd like to dive deeper into any specific aspect!
Features include:
DCC sound-equipped with TCS WOW Sound 16-bit decoder
Keep-Alive device to continuously run your engines without stopping from electrical contact loss or dirty tracks
Dual-mode (NMRA) decoder
Functional pagination to expand control with Bachmann's E-Z Command system
Realistic chuffs with Chuffinity technology
RP25 wheel contours
E-Z Mate Mark II couplers
Fully-functional headlight
Genuine metal side rods -
