The Rapido Trains HO EMD SD70MACH Metra – RTA Tribute Scheme #500 captures one of the most distinctive modern locomotives in Metra service. Wearing a special heritage paint scheme inspired by the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), unit #500 marks the beginning of Metra’s 500-series SD70MACH fleet and brings a bold commuter-era presence to any HO scale layout.
Built with Rapido’s well-known attention to prototype accuracy, this DC/DCC/Sound model features road-specific Metra details, a full lighting package and finely applied details throughout. It is an excellent choice for modelers looking to add a modern, powerful and visually unique passenger locomotive to their collection.
Features
- HO scale model
- DC/DCC/Sound version
- Metra – RTA Tribute Scheme #500
- Based on the rebuilt EMD SD70MACH
- Metra-specific details, including HEP equipment and HEP cables
- Full lighting package, including headlights, ditch lights, step lights and walkway lights
- Railroad-appropriate PTC antennas and roof details
- Detailed cab interior
- Heavy die-cast metal frame
- Factory-installed grab irons and fine handrails
- Metal knuckle couplers
- Suggested minimum radius: 22"
The Rapido Trains HO EMD SD70MACH Metra – RTA Tribute Scheme #500 captures one of the most distinctive modern locomotives in Metra service. Wearing a special heritage paint scheme inspired by the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), unit #500 marks the beginning of Metra’s 500-series SD70MACH fleet and brings a bold commuter-era presence to any HO scale layout.
Built with Rapido’s well-known attention to prototype accuracy, this DC/DCC/Sound model features road-specific Metra details, a full lighting package and finely applied details throughout. It is an excellent choice for modelers looking to add a modern, powerful and visually unique passenger locomotive to their collection.
Features
- HO scale model
- DC/DCC/Sound version
- Metra – RTA Tribute Scheme #500
- Based on the rebuilt EMD SD70MACH
- Metra-specific details, including HEP equipment and HEP cables
- Full lighting package, including headlights, ditch lights, step lights and walkway lights
- Railroad-appropriate PTC antennas and roof details
- Detailed cab interior
- Heavy die-cast metal frame
- Factory-installed grab irons and fine handrails
- Metal knuckle couplers
- Suggested minimum radius: 22"