166-1966 M497 Black Beetle Jet Powered RDC NYC 497 Multiple-Unit Most of those allocated to

Most of those allocated to Railfreight Distribution would later be downgraded to 75mph and reclassified as 90/1s numbered in the 901xx series following work to isolate the Electric Train Heating and push-pull equipment making them dedicated freight locos

The ventilator on the cab roof is a separate part

CLASS Mogul

Prototype Factfile Built: 1923-1958 (44 built) How long did they last

Drops glue only on ballast and sleepers thus you don’t need to clean the rails after gluing

166-1966 M497 Black Beetle Jet Powered RDC NYC 497 Multiple-Unit Most of those allocated toExpected Delivery February 2027 (Subject to Change at Manufacturer's Discretion). Details: Experience one of the most remarkable experiments in American railroad history with the KATO N Scale M 497 "Black Beetle" Jet Powered RDC. Faithfully recreating the famous New York Central experimental high speed railcar, this unique model captures the futuristic appearance and engineering ambition of the legendary jet powered Budd Rail Diesel Car. Originally