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Product Details
Kato N Jet Powered RDC - New York Central #M-497 - DCC/Sound
Manufacturer: Kato (Made in Japan)
Part Number: N/A / Unknown
Condition: Used / Other (See Description & Photos)
Our Stock Number: 77526
Sorry, this item has been sold.
But there's always a chance we'll receive a pre-owned one or others like it at some point in the future.
You may also wish to check what's currently listed on eBay.
Last Selling For: 🇨đŸ‡Ļ $1,240.91 (June 2025)
Scales/Gauges: N (1:160)
Railroad / Company: New York Central / NYC
Road/Unit Number: M-497
Features:
Knuckle Couplers
DCC Equipped
Sound Equipped
Condition Notes:
Looks to be in very good condition with no obvious issues. Factory DCC/sound, runs nicely both directions. Lights work. Includes case and parts packet.
Description:
The 1966-built New York Central "Black Beetle" Jet-Powered RDC was a one-of-a-kind piece of railroad equipment. Equipped with a pair of boosters from a Boeing B-47 "Stratojet" bomber, the modified RDC-3 broke land speed light rail records with speeds of over 183 miles per hour.








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