Rapido presents an HO scale EMD E8 Union Pacific locomotive, specifically #932, in striking Armour Yellow, gray, and red with nose wings. Note that the picture might show a different road number. The EMD E-8 and its successor, the E-9, were the go - to North American passenger locomotives from the 1950s to the 1970s. A total of 450 E8A and 46 E8B units were made, followed by 100 E9A and 44 E9B locos. The first E8s arrived in 1949, and the last E9 was produced in 1964. These locos pulled passenger trains across the country and later formed the core of Amtrak's early fleet. Many were used in commuter service before retirement, and today, some can be found in museums and tourist railroads in North America. What sets Rapido's E8 and E9 models apart? We do it right! Instead of guessing the nose, roof, and windshield contours, we 3D laser - scanned Union Pacific E8 #942 at the Southern California Railway Museum. This ensures pinpoint accuracy, and our engineers shrink the scan to HO scale. The Rapido Trains HO scale EMD E8A & E8B locomotives come with a 3D laser - scanned body shell, accurate nose and roof contours, seven different noses, three different back ends, and many other customizable features. There are also numerous road - specific detail parts in plastic and etched metal, like four sand filler hatch styles, PRR Train Phone antenna, and UP snow shields.

Using this Rapido HO scale EMD E8 Union Pacific locomotive is easy. Just place it on your HO scale track and connect it to a compatible power source. Make sure the track is clean and free of debris for smooth running. When handling the locomotive, hold it gently by the chassis to avoid damaging the delicate details. For maintenance, use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off dust regularly. You can also use a small brush to clean hard - to - reach areas. If you notice any loose parts, don't try to fix them yourself; contact Rapido's customer service. Keep the locomotive in a dry and cool place when not in use to prevent any damage from humidity or extreme temperatures. Enjoy your model train and have fun creating different railway scenes!