The Rapido 35511 is an HO scale GE U25B Low Hood locomotive in the EL Erie Lackawana early scheme, numbered #2506. It comes equipped with LokSound and DCC. Note that the picture might show a different road number. This locomotive offers a bunch of great features. The first run represents Phase I, II & III units (Phase IV and other units will come in future runs). It has a single front window style for low nose units (a double front window is planned for future runs). There are both low - and high - short hood versions, along with early high - and later - low style side doors. Each model has road - specific details, different exhaust stacks based on the roadname, road - specific battery box doors on the engineer’s side, and road - specific air cleaner boxes on the rear. The cab has a lighted control stand, and there are different types of fuel and air tanks depending on the version. General Electric entered the road - switcher market dominated by EMD and Alco in the late 1950s. The U25B, available in high - nose and low - nose variants, sold over 450 units to Class I railroads and paved the way for future Universal series locomotives. Many U25Bs lasted into the early 80s on some Class I railroads, while others went to short lines or museums. The Rapido U25B has features not found in current market models, like correctly positioned and working class lights (front and rear), beacons, step lights (only on low nose variants), different phase details, and road - specific parts, plus a smooth drive you don't want to miss.

Using this Rapido HO scale GE U25B locomotive is easy. First, make sure your DCC system is set up correctly. Connect the locomotive to the track and power it on. You can then use your DCC controller to control its speed, direction, and sound effects if you have the LokSound feature enabled. When handling the locomotive, be gentle to avoid damaging the delicate parts. For maintenance, regularly clean the wheels and pickups with a soft brush to ensure good electrical contact. Keep it in a dry and dust - free place when not in use. If you notice any loose parts or issues, check the connections carefully. Also, refer to the DCC and LokSound manuals for more detailed operation instructions.