Model Train Specials

The Pacific-type locomotive evolved as the need for power and speed increased. First, the four-wheel leading truck delivered stability at the faster speeds. Second, six tall drivers provided pulling power and speed.  Last, a two-wheel trailing truck provided support for a larger firebox. The sum of this design was the 4-6-2 USRA Pacific.

The USRA designation for light and heavy locomotives was a function of the track's ability to withstand weight. Excessive axle weight could damage the rails, loosen fastenings, and also cause damage to the locomotive. The USRA deemed a maximum of 54,000 pounds per axle as a light locomotive.  The USRA Light Pacific weighed in at 277,000 lbs, with a 73 inch driver diameter and a boiler pressure of 200 lb/in.

BLI's models follow the original designs closely.  Railroad specific variations are not modeled on these locomotives.  In most instances we offer two locomotive numbers for each railroad, and we are offering a painted model (black) with no lettering.

INDUSTRY LEADING FEATURES:           
-     All new Paragon2 sound and control system for DC & DCC
-     Integral DC/DCC dual mode decoder for ease of operation
-     Industry best slow-speed operation in DC and DCC
-     Prototypical light operation with headlight and cab light
-     Authentic USRA Pacific sounds! Controllable in DC and DCC.
-     All-wheel drive and all-wheel electrical pick-up (except front and trailing trucks)
-     Factory installed engineer and fireman figures
PRODUCT INFORMATION:       
-     ABS plastic body with heavy die cast chassis for maximum tractive effort
-     5-pole can motor with skew wound armature
-     Locomotive Length (coupler to coupler):  TBA
-     Locomotive Weight: TBA
-     Separately applied handrails, grab irons, ladders, whistle, and brass bell
-     Operating knuckle couplers
-     Operates on Code 70, 83, and 100 rail
-     Recommended Minimum Radius: 18 inches

NOTICE: Due to insufficient boiler diameter in the USRA Light Pacifics, these units will not have smoke units.

Paragon2 Sound System Features:
-     Operates in DC & DCC (use DCMaster for DC Sound
-     Record & Play Operation - Records and plays back sounds and movements once or repeatedly for automatic operation
-     16-bit Sample Rate for exceptional high frequency sound clarity
-     Playback Whistle for multiple whistle lengths and patterns
-     Choice of 3 selectable Horns
-     Alternate Whistle / Horn where applicable for locomotive with air horn and steam whistle - both the main whistle and alternate can be easily played
-     Adjustable bell ringing interval for faster or slower bell
-     Numerous user-mappable functions with available keys
-     Johnson Bar Sound at Direction Change
-     Passenger Station Ambient Sounds - Controlled with Function Key
-     Freight Yard Ambient Sounds - Controlled with Function Key
-     Lumber Yard Ambient Sounds - Controlled with Function Key
-     Farm Ambient Sounds - Controlled with Function Key
-     Crew Radio Communications - Controlled with Function Key
-     Maintenance Yard Ambient Sounds - Controlled with Function Key
-     Demo Mode for display and demonstrations
-     Grade Crossing Automatic Signal
-     Simple Programming with Integral DCC Decoder
-     Automatic Forward / Reverse Signal - When activated, stopping triggers and stop whistle toot.  When moving forward from a stopped position, toots twice. When moving in reverse. toots three times.
-     Chuff sound intensity varies with load
-     Individually adjustable sound volumes for each effect
-     EZ Reset Button for quick return to factory default settings

**Specifications on this page subject to change.