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Union pacific 3985, also known as the challenger, is a fourcylinder simple articulated 4 6 6 4 challenger type steam locomotive owned and previously operated by the union pacific railroad. This features intricately detailed, diecast boiler and chassis, intricately detailed, diecast tender body, authentic paint. Athearn ho up 4664 challenger this ho scale 4664 challenger is a topnotch model and easily the best of athearns genesisseries steam locomotives. Ho scale model railroad steam locomotives have been enjoyed for decades by many children and adults alike. The power and excitement of these great locomotives comes with all the features of our scale legacy models but in a size runs on o31 curves. Lionel returns to ho scale with this 4664 challenger. The engineer commented that would be a challenge for any locomotive, and the name stuck. The athearn n scale 4664 challenger, is the culmination of the art of design and tooling, integrating the latest innovations in electronic technology. We are proud to announce these unique locomotives in plastic to join into our line of genesis 4664 steam locomotives. The up 3985 is a 4664 challengertype steam locomotive and the largest such locomotive still operating anywhere in the country. Rio grande legacy lionmaster challenger 4664 steam. Note the new f9a directly behind the big challenger.

Here is a 3rd rail 3949 challenger 4664 engine and tender from the late 1990s. The 4664 challenger was a late model steam locomotive which was incredibly powerful. Canadian national steam locomotive 47 464t at steamtown national historic site 11nov2011 right front. Better than most railroads, perhaps, the union pacific understood fast freight service.

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I recently received a new 2017 version of the atherns n scale 4664 challanger and found it weak in pulling power. We are proud to announce these unique locomotives in plastic to join into our line of genesis 4 6 6 4 steam locomotives. In 1942, alco delivered 20 class 46643 challengers which were numbered. See page 19 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions. Steam will certainly enjoy the indepth technical information about both types of u. Box was opened only for inspection and taking pictures. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Union pacific legacy lionmaster challenger 4664 steam.

The case, exhibiting a rich mahogany finish and polished brass latches and hinges, opens to reveal a steam locomotive measuring 16. This features intricately detailed, diecast boiler and chassis, intricately detailed, diecast tender body, authentic paint scheme, diecast locomotive trucks, hand painted. Sep 18, 2017 a signature of these big, articulated steam locomotive releases, trixs hoscale 4664 arrives doubled boxed and encased in a foamlined wooden presentation case. From its many handapplied scale details, to the advanced technology found inside, your locomotive is ready for duty on your model railroad layout. To configure the locomotive for 2rail track operation, please do the following. With an expansive network of lines spread across the. Built by american locomotive in 1944 these locomotives saw barely a decade of service before being scrapped. This means that they have four wheels in the leading pilot truck, which helps guide the locomotive into curves, two sets of six driving wheels, and finally four trailing wheels, which support the rear of the engine and its massive firebox. This stunning reproduction of the 4 6 6 4 challenger is the result of a focused determination to accomplish one thing. Premier 4664 challenger steam engine placing the engine on the track your mth steam engine is equipped with a tetherless drawbar. Update there are no products listed under this category. The up 3985 is a 4 6 6 4 challenger type steam locomotive and the largest such locomotive still operating anywhere in the country.

Mth railking gscale up 4664 challenger steam loco w. Trix returns with 4664 challenger in ho scale model. The locomotive features plastic construction, metal side rods, metal wheels and exquisite detail. Mth 2036521 o northern pacific 4664 z6 challenger steam engine with protosound 3. See page 5 for information on locking your locomotive in a single operational state. Place your locomotive on lionel or lionelcompatible o31 or larger track. The name challenger was given to steam locomotives with a. The union pacific railroad once owned more than onehundred of these locomotives but today only two remain preserved.

Change the power input from 3rail to 2rail as seen in the figure. Union pacific 3985, also known as the challenger, is a fourcylinder simple articulated 4664 challenger type steam locomotive owned and previously operated by the union pacific railroad. Challenger designs and there are plenty of amazing pictures of both designs, from the erecting floor to the finished locomotive to pictures of these engines working in both passenger and freight service. This stunning reproduction of the 4664 challenger is the result of a focused determination to accomplish one thing. Challenger 4664 steam locomotive and tender owners. I was encouraged to send it back to athearns and they changed the motor and drive wheels but this made no difference. Mth railking gscale up 4664 challenger steam loco w protosound2, 7030031.

Giant steam locomotives, colorful streamliners, great passenger trains, passenger terminals, timeworn railroad cabooses, recollections of railroaders and trainwatchers. This big steam locomotive like many in ahms catalog was built in italy by rivarossi. Lionel vision 4664 challenger owners manual pdf download. It looks like its famous prototype, and its fine performance is enhanced by sound effects whether running. Railking 4664 challenger steam engine protocoupler operation this locomotive is equipped with a coilwound protocoupler for remote uncoupling action. The name of the photographer that took this photo is. Clinchfield challenger 4664 steam locomotive athearn n scale duration. View and download rail king 4664 challenger operators manual online. Your locomotive is designed to operate on 818 volts alternating current. Train sets free delivery possible on eligible purchases. One of the highlights of an ho model train is a model steam locomotive engine to run your santa fe, ohio, or other classic railway lines. In the 1930s, with freight traffic increasing, the union pacific railroad had to use combinations of its 28. The n scale 4664 challenger includes a history book and instruction book for quick reference.

Classic trains magazine celebrates the golden years of railroading including the north american railroad scene from the late 1920s to the late 1970s. A total of 252 challengers were built between 1935 and 1943. In whyte notation, a 4664 is a railroad steam locomotive that has four leading wheels followed by six coupled driving wheels, a second set of six driving wheels and four trailing wheels. The union pacific challengers are a type of simple articulated 4664 steam locomotive built by american locomotive company alco from 1936 to 1944 and. Built in july 1943 by the american locomotive company alco of schenectady, new york, no. It features brass metal construction, an operating smoke, realistic sounds, a powerful motor, metal wheels and axles, and terrific scale detail. Photo courtesy of sylvain assezs railroad photo collection. It is also compatible with most standard ac transformers. Please see the smoke fluid section on page 35 before you run your locomotive. The n scale challenger model has been developed from.

The n scale challenger model has been developed from the outset as the. The second lower location or position b is on the bottom of the. Our union pacific challenger 4664 live steam engine is a 7 14 7 12 inch gauge model, featuring castings of exceptionally high quality and accuracy. Locomotive speed control in scale mph increments wireless drawbar onboard dccdcs decoder nearscale proportions protosound 3. Six of them, numbers 3934 through 3939, were equipped for passenger service. Premier 4 6 6 4 challenger steam engine placing the engine on the track your mth steam engine is equipped with a tetherless drawbar. Mth premier gn z6 challenger 4664 ogauge steam locomotive. The name challenger was given to steam locomotives with a 4664 wheel arrangement.

This is a brand new unit, never unwrapped nor removed from the foam insert. The name challenger was given to steam locomotives with a 4 6 6 4 wheel arrangement. Rail king 4664 challenger operators manual pdf download. A signature of these big, articulated steam locomotive releases, trixs hoscale 4664 arrives doubled boxed and encased in a foamlined wooden presentation case. Its a wellexecuted model of a wellknown group of locomotives, made more famous because one of them still steams. Ho scale model railroad steam locomotives ho scale model railroad steam locomotives have been enjoyed for decades by many children and adults alike. It looks like its famous prototype, and its fine performance is enhanced by sound effects whether running on conventional dc or digital command control dcc. Page 1 4664 challenger steam locomotive operators manual compatibility this locomotive is capable of operating on ac or dc output power supplies see page 28 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions. The tender features plastic construction, plastic trucks, a horn hook coupler, metal wheels and axles. Challenger designs and there are plenty of amazing pictures of both designs, from the erecting floor to the finished locomotive to pictures of these engines working in. Union pacific 4664 challenger locomotives in the usa steam.

It is one of 105 challengers built for union pacific between 1936 and 1943. Mth 2036521 o northern pacific 4 6 6 4 z 6 challenger steam engine with protosound 3. Up tested the new 4 6 6 4 engine on a section of track in utah over the wahsatch range. Page 1 711210250 1210 lionel vision line lionel vision line 4664 challenger 4664 challenger locomotive and tender locomotive and tender owners manual owners manual featuring page 2 your vision locomotive is now ready to be placed on the track. Rivarossi 1597 ho clinchfield 4664 challenger steam. Challenger marks lionels return to ho challenger is one of the more dramatic names given to any steam locomotive wheel arrangement, and the new ho scale 4664 from lionel lives up to that moniker. The athearn n scale 4 6 6 4 challenger, is the culmination of the art of design and tooling, integrating the latest innovations in electronic technology. Aug 17, 2007 clinchfield challenger 4 6 6 4 steam locomotive athearn n scale duration. Challenger marks lionels return to ho challenger is one of the more dramatic names given to any steam locomotive wheel arrangement, and the new ho scale 4 6 6 4 from lionel lives up to that moniker. Lionel returns to ho scale with this 4664 challenger steam. The following lionel marks are used throughout this.

Ahms challenger 4664 model joins the product line in the spring of 1977. Each set of driving wheels is driven by two steam cylinders. Mth 2036521 o northern pacific 4664 z6 challenger steam. Challenger 4664 steam locomotive and tender owners manual. Up tested the new 4664 engine on a section of track in utah over the wahsatch range. By the end of 1953, all of these beautiful 1940s era steam locomotives were out of service and ready for scrap. In whyte notation, a 4 6 6 4 is a railroad steam locomotive that has four leading wheels followed by six coupled driving wheels, a second set of six driving wheels and four trailing wheels. New athearn nscale 4664 challenger model railroader. Because the protocoupler is controlled through the protosound 2. Union pacific challenger 4664 live steam locomotives. Ho scale model railroad steam locomotives for sale ebay. Page 1 rail king 4664 challenger operators manual compatibility this engine will operate on any freight yard sound traditional o31 gauge track system, including m.