Class 3700 Challenger Union Pacific steam locomotive Minitrix 16489 - N 1/160

The Minitrix 16489 model reproduces an American heavy steam locomotive of the Union Pacific Railroad (UP) , Class 3700 "Challenger" , in its rebuilt version with an oil-fired tender . This reproduction corresponds to engine number 3704 , in its 1950s condition.

This N scale 1/160 model is a digital locomotive equipped with a decoder and extensive sound functions . It features a regulated high-performance motor , 6 driving axles , traction tires , and a smoke generator .

The lighting system includes headlights that change direction depending on the direction of travel , illuminated number plates , and digitally controllable cab lighting . All lighting uses maintenance-free warm white LEDs .

The locomotive features an articulated chassis for curve negotiation and Boxpok wheels . The minimum stated radius for curve negotiation is 261.8 mm . The length over buffers with couplings is approximately 23 cm .

Reference 16489 is a unique series . This model is advertised as a project carried out in cooperation with Broadway Limited Imports .

• Reference: 16489
• Brand: Minitrix
• Scale: N 1/160
• Company: Union Pacific Railroad
• Type: articulated steam locomotive
• Class: 3700 Challenger
• Number: 3704
• Era: III
• Version: oil-fired tender
• Engine: Regulated high-performance engine
• Transmission: 6 drive axles
• Functions: digital, sounds, smoke, lights
• Lighting: Warm white LED
• Minimum radius: 261.8 mm
• Length: approximately 23 cm

An excellent reference for an N scale layout dedicated to American equipment and the world of the Union Pacific.

Une référence de choix pour un réseau en échelle N consacré au matériel américain et à l’univers de la Union Pacific.