Description

Struggling to compete with GM’s dominance, ALCO introduced its first diesel locomotive, the FA-1 in 1945. ALCO realized that there was a tremendous demand to satisfy from the railroads phasing out steam power. The unit was designed as a dual purpose locomotive suitable for freight & passenger service. ALCO produced almost 700 units between 1945 – 1950 for railroads all over the country.

navigates 0-27 curves
AA length 27.25″, height 4″
4 wheel power trucks with traction tires
dual motors
flywheel coasting action
all metal gears
electronic 6-amp reverse board
True Blast II™ digital horn and bell
durable ABS plastic shell
die-cast trucks, truck sides, and pilots
20 individually installed grabrails
front headlights
etched metal grills covering side vents and roof fan
die-cast operating front couplers