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    DCC on DC

    I'm about to pick up my first DCC loco (Rapido M-420 w/sound) but intend to run it on my DC track for a few months until going full DCC control. I have an MRC 1440 that runs perfectly to spec as far as voltages and throttle. Rapido says their loco is DC/DCC capable. I realize I won't have...
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    Rapido FPA-4

    Good evening all, this is my first post on this site. I am in search of an HO scale Rapido MLW FPA-4. I have an analog layout, so DC only please. My first preference for roads would be the New York and Lake Erie FPA-4 (item #20031). Grand Canyon Railway (item #20027/20028), and Canadian...
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    20221227_141806[1].jpg

    Rapido E8 in Amtrak "Day 1" paint scheme. Model is 1 of 500 made. Comes in wooden collector case.
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    • Category: Diesel, Electric and Other Locomotives
  4. Approaching Sprague

    Approaching Sprague

    A panned shot of an Alco PA on the point of train #604 approaching Sprague, on the Colorado Model Railroad Museum layout. October 1, 2022. Locomotives are Rapido brand. Set ABA set.
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    Which Speaker to Upgrade an HO Scale Rapido F40PH "Cabbage" from DC to DCC with Sound?

    Hi everyone, I have two beautiful HO Scale Rapido F40 NPCUs that are currently only wired for DC operation. I'd love to add DCC sound and lighting functionality, and saw that Rapido suggests the ESU #59529 - LokPilot 5 DCC with 21MTC decoder in their manual for the locomotive, but here's my...



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