This is Kato 156-0943 N Bi-Level Commuter Cab-Coach Chicago Metra #8548. The modern Nippon Sharyo-built Gallery Bi-Level is based off of the same concept as the original Santa Fe “El Capitan” Bi-level design concept, whose success went on to inspire such double decker cars as Amtrak’s Superliners and the Bombardier Bi-Level car which is also used in commuter service. Today, gallery Bi-Level cars such as those used by the Chicago Metra commuter service can be seen operating in several states across the United States, such as Virginia and California.
Its key features are: Bi-level cars with built-in electrical pickup are DCC friendly, with FR11 decoders available for optional 11-211/212 Interior Lighting Kits with LED Prototype details matching the specific cars made especially for Chicago Metra have been carefully reproduced Smooth rolling blackened metal wheels on all Bi-level cars with all-wheel electrical pickup Bi-Level cab coaches feature directional lighting for push-pull operation, with alternate illuminating headlight and taillights with an on/off switch for mid-train operation
Condition: Factory New (C-9) Operational Status:Functional Original Box: Yes (P-9)
Manufacturer: Kato Model Number: 156-0943 Road Name: Metra (METX) MSRP: $40.00
Scale/Era: N Scale Model Type: Rail Transit Cars
The Trainz SKU for this item is P11638516.
Trainz Product Id: 11638516
WARNING:
This product can expose you to chemicals including but not limited to lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
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