9113001 - Rapido Trains - HO LRC Trainset (DC/Silent): VIA Rail: Set #1 (#6904 + 3458, 3313, 3345)

The LRC locomotive was an extremely powerful locomotive in a small package. Despite only being 12 feet tall and 63 feet long, it packed a 3750 HP Alco 251F prime move plus two 250 KW Stamford alternators to provide Head End Power. It was built for 125 MPH operation, though it was restricted to 100 MPH in service. Nevertheless, the LRC pulled the Metropolis express between Montreal, Dorval and Toronto throughout the 1990s. At 3 hours 59 minutes for the 335-mile run, this remains the fastest scheduled passenger service in Canadian railway history. Just think about this: after Canada spends tens of billions of dollars on high speed rail, the travel time of the Metropolis won’t be improved by all that much. It makes you realize how amazing the LRC truly was.

Our new run of the LRC locomotive features some significant improvements:
•    Tooling improvements to ensure the body shell is dead straight
•    Improved reliable metal couplers
•    Improved wheel face profile

In addition, the model features:
•    Measured from preserved LRC 6921 and original blueprints
•    Etched-metal grilles with radiator fan detail
•    Full cab interior
•    Full lighting package: headlights, ditch lights, marker lights, backup light, track lights and strobe light
•    Separate metal handrails, grab irons and lift rings
•    Optional bug deflector 
•    Minimum radius: 18”

Each LRC coach features:
•    Correct car profile based on original blueprints
•    Business Class car including modern 2+1 seating 
•    Coaches feature correct colour scheme including brown (1981-1992), green (1992-2016), “greige” (2012+) and charcoal (2016+)
•    Track-powered “Easy-Peasy” interior lighting and working marker lights operated by magnetic wand (included)
•    Capacitor installed for flicker-free lighting over dirty track
•    Super-detailed, free-rolling trucks and wheelsets
•    Detailed diaphragms with etched-metal end gates
•    Separate grab irons installed at the factory
•    Improved metal couplers installed at the correct height
•    Minimum radius: 18” (22” or larger recommended)

Set contains:
• 1x LRC Loco #6904; 1 VIA1 Coach #3458; 2x Coaches #3313 & #3345
• 48-page, full colour, profusely illustrated and oversized book celebrating the history of the LRC written by renowned Canadian railway historian and author, Kevin J. Holland.
• Two LRC commemorative glasses
• A specially-designed LRC tie clip and cuff links set, only to be worn for the most special of occasions!