As for the USRA Light Mikados, the USRA built 625 total, with 641 copies built after the USRA ended control. With copies, over 50 railroads used the USRA Light 2-8-2's.
BLI's models follow the original designs closely. Railroad specific variations are not modeled on these locomotives. In most instances we offer two locomotive numbers for each railroad, and we are offering a painted model (black) with no lettering.
Industry-Leading Features:
NEW Paragon3 Sound & Operation System FEATURING ROLLING THUNDER with Authentic Sounds and Prototypical Operation in both DC and DCC environments
Integral DCC Decoder with Back EMF for Industry Best Slow Speed Operation in DC and DCC
Precision Drive Mechanism engineered for continuous heavy load towing and smooth slow speed operation
Premium Caliber Painting with Authentic Paint Schemes
Prototypical Light Operation with Golden White LED Headlight
Product Information:
Die Cast Body with Die Cast chassis for Maximum Tractive Effort
Traction Tires for Additional Tractive Effort
(2) Operating MicroTrains #1015 or Compatible Couplers
Separately Applied Handrails, Ladders, Whistle, and Brass Bell
Will Operate on Code 55, 70, and 80 Rail
Recommended Minimum Radius: 9.75 inches
Industry-Leading SOUND Features:
Operates in DC & DCC (use DCMaster for DC Sound)
Record & Play Operation - Records and plays back sounds and movements once or repeatedly for automatic operation
16-bit Sample Rate for exceptional high frequency sound clarity
Playback Whistle for multiple whistle lengths and patterns
Choice of 3 selectable Whistles
Alternate Whistle / Horn where applicable for locomotive with air horn and steam whistle - both the main whistle and alternate can be easily played
Adjustable bell ringing interval for faster or slower bell
Numerous user-mappable functions with available keys
Johnson Bar or Power Reverse Sound at Direction Change
Passenger Station Ambient Sounds - Controlled with Function Key
Freight Yard related radio chatter - Controlled with Function Key
Lumber Yard Ambient Sounds - Controlled with Function Key
Farm related radio chatter - Controlled with Function Key
Crew Radio Communications - Controlled with Function Key
Maintenance Yard related radio chatter - Controlled with Function Key
Demo Mode for display and demonstrations
Grade Crossing Signal - Controlled with Function Key
Simple Programming with Integral DCC Decoder
Automatic Forward / Reverse Signal - When activated, stopping triggers and stop whistle toot. When moving forward from a stopped position, toots twice. When moving in reverse, toots three times.
Chuff sound intensity varies with load
Individually adjustable sound volumes for most effects
Important: Road Number Accuracy (Rolling Stock)
Road Numbers For Rolling Stock: Always go by the listing title for the road number. Do not go by the picture for the road number. When a manufacturer makes a model with multiple road numbers, they often use the same stock photo for all part numbers/road numbers.
PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE BASED ON THE PICTURE ONLY! Please read the title, item specifics, and description. Manufacturer photos may sometimes include items not included .
Fast Shipping & Handling
- Handling Time: Most orders ship within one business day .
- Orders placed early in the day may ship the same day.
- Warehouse closed weekends: Orders placed Friday, Saturday, or Sunday ship Monday.
- If Monday is a postal holiday, orders ship Tuesday.
- Tracking: Uploaded to eBay automatically and emailed as soon as your order ships.
Shipping Services We Use
- USPS Ground Advantage
- USPS Priority Mail
- FedEx Home Delivery / FedEx Ground
Packaging
- Most items ship in boxes with protective packing material.
- Small, lightweight items may ship in padded poly mailers when appropriate.
Crazy Model Trains - Terms & Conditions
Crazy Model Trains follows eBay's official return, cancellation, and refund policies. Please review the information below before placing your order.
Order Cancellations
If you need to cancel an order before it ships, please submit a cancellation request directly through eBay by accessing your order.
Returns
We offer free 30-day returns on most items. To initiate a return, please go to your order history and submit a return request through eBay.
Ordered by Mistake / Wrong Item Ordered / Changed Your Mind
If you ordered the wrong item or no longer want it, please do not open the item. Simply return it in new, unopened condition.
Try-and-Buy Policy
We do not support "try and buy" purchases. Opened, used, or damaged items may result in a reduced refund of up to 50% , in accordance with eBay policy.
Wrong Item Received
If you believe you received the wrong item, please message us first and let us know what you received before opening a return request.
Damaged or Defective Items
If an item arrives damaged or defective, please take photos if possible and message us through eBay so we can assist you promptly.
Refunds
All refunds are processed through eBay once the return is completed. We do not offer exchanges.
About Crazy Model Trains (Trusted U.S. Seller)
Crazy Model Trains is a trusted U.S.-based online hobby retailer specializing in model trains and model railroad supplies . Founded in 2013 by Bill and Jennifer Uhlig, we bring decades of technical experience, precision, and customer-focused service to every order. Bill Uhlig is a retired United States Air Force veteran and former Telecommunications Engineer, and that background is reflected in the accuracy, reliability, and professionalism of our business.
We carry a large selection of locomotives , track , rolling stock , scenery , detail parts , and DCC / power & control systems . We also carry plastic models , anime figures , and hobby supplies. Our inventory exceeds 15,000 products from top manufacturers, including:
Accurail • Atlas • Bachmann • Banta Modelworks • Bowser • Broadway Limited • Kato • Lionel • Miller Engineering • MTH Electric Trains • Osborn Model Kits • PECO • Rapido • Rivarossi • Woodland Scenics
We support HO, N, O, G, Z , and additional model train scales. We understand that fast shipping matters—most orders ship within one business day using USPS or FedEx, with careful packing to help ensure items arrive safely. We do not drop-ship or delay orders for weeks like many large retailers.
Location:
United States
eBay Member Since:
February 18, 1999
Seller ID:
crazymodeltrains
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