PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Kato 176-6124 MP36PH MPI Chicago Metra #424 — N Scale Standard DC
The Kato 176-6124 brings the modern Chicago Metra commuter scene to N scale with the MotivePower Industries MP36PH-3S in METX road number 424 — the 2020 release in gray, blue, orange, and black-roof livery. This is the Standard DC analog version (DCC ready), built on Kato's renowned 5-pole motor chassis with directional headlights and illuminated number boards for crisp push-pull operation.
Features
- Heavy-duty 5-pole motor with dual brass flywheels and all-wheel drive — engineered to pull a 10-car bi-level consist up a 4% grade
- Directional LED headlights and illuminated number boards across all six nose lights, plus rear taillight functions for prototypical push-pull operation
- DCC ready — drop-in compatible with Train Control Systems K4D6 or ESU LokSound 5 micro decoders for sound and DCC upgrades
- Magnetic knuckle couplers for reliable operation
- Crisp Chicago Metra livery (gray, blue, orange with black roof) with sharp printed graphics and applied detail parts
- Scale: N (1:160)
Specifications
| Brand | Kato |
| Item Number | 176-6124 |
| UPC | 4949727691176 |
| Scale | N (1:160) |
| Road Name | Chicago Metra (METX) |
| Road Number | 424 |
| Locomotive Type | Diesel |
| Prototype | MotivePower Industries MP36PH-3S |
| DCC | DCC Ready (Standard DC analog) |
| Era | Modern |
| Minimum Curve Radius | 9-3/4" (249mm) |
| Condition | New |
FAQ
Is this DCC equipped?
No — this is the Standard DC analog version. It is DCC ready and accepts a drop-in Train Control Systems K4D6 decoder or ESU LokSound 5 micro for sound + DCC operation without hard wiring.
What's the minimum operating radius?
9-3/4" (249mm) — works on Kato Unitrack curves R249 and larger.
Does this come with bi-level cars?
No, this is the locomotive only. Kato makes matching bi-level Metra commuter cars sold separately.
How does this differ from the 176-6123 release?
The 176-6124 is Metra #424 in the 2020 livery; the 176-6123 is Metra #403 in the earlier paint scheme. Mechanically they're the same chassis.
Shipping
Orders placed before 6AM EST ship same business day.
Specifications
- Power Type DC
- Assembly Status Ready to Go/Pre-built
- UPC 4949727691176
- Wheel Configuration Bo-Bo
- MPN 176-6124
- Scale 1:160
- Grade C-10 Mint-Brand New
- Gauge N
- Brand KATO
- Type Locomotive
- Rail System Two-Rail System
- Corporate Roadname Chicago Metra
- Manufacturer Kato
- Theme Transportation
- Features Painted
- Time Period Manufactured 2020-Now
- Country of Origin Japan
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