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· Commonly known as the "RDC," the motorized
Rail Diesel Car generally operated in rural areas where ridership
and mail/parcel transport were too low for regular passenger
train service.
· When first introduced, the RDC was also proclaimed
to be the savior of branch line and suburban service. It was
heavily used as a commuter service workhorse (and still is
currently in some locations!).
· The Budd Company rolled out the first RDC in the
fall of 1949, a single RDC-1 "Budd Demonstrator."
Hundreds more would eventually follow for service to railroads
throughout North America and around the world (including South
America, Australia, Saudi Arabia and even Cuba!)
· Oddly enough, it was Budd's experience in the production
of small yet powerful diesel engines for WWII tanks that eventually
lead to the birth of the RDC.
· The RDC utilized two compact motors mounted under
the car's floor to drive one axle on each truck.
· Capable of being operated by a motorman from either
end of the car, these units could be used independently or
combined to create a two- or three-unit consist.
· To reduce the time and expense of custom production,
four standardized designs were created.
· The RDC-1 was strictly passenger-oriented, containing
90 coach seats.The RDC-2 contained 71 seats and a separate
baggage area.The RDC-3 combined a Railway Post Office with
a baggage compartment and 49 seats.The RDC-4 was a self-contained
RPO-Express car.
· A review of the Budd roster reveals that many RDC
cars were operated well into the 1970's and early 1980's,
with a small number still in service today!
· An excellent book with the complete history of the
RDC is "RDC, The Budd Rail Diesel Car" by Donald
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| Budd Rail Diesel Cars |
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This is the first production of North American Rail Diesel
Cars by KATO.
The production will deliver two-unit sets decorated and numbered
for eleven railroads, as well as a single-unit Budd Demonstrator
model.
Unlettered units will also be available for "home road"
operators.
Although the two-unit sets will be packaged in a cardpaper
sleeve, each model will be contained in its own individual
jewel box.
This is the first time the RDC-4 has been produced in N scale!
The RPO-Express unit has a shorter length mechanism than the
1~3 styles.
ALL models are motorized.
All units will have "golden glow" LED directional
headlight, reminiscent of the actual cars.
All models will be equipped with body-mount, FULLY-AUTOMATIC
KATO knuckle couplers.
Interior of model can be lighted with the optional installation
of #11-204 Light Set (sold separately).
High level of craftsmanship and precision detail, particularly
to underfloor body component.
Window frame detail to be same as on recent Corrugated Passenger
Cars. Please note, though, that the side windows will be trimmed
in black while the operator's cab window is outlined in silver,
just as it is on the prototype since the operator's is a "drop-down"
window.
While these models should be capable of operating on a 9-3/4"
radius curve, it is recommended they be run on curves no smaller
than an 11" radius to prevent the appearance of unrealistic
overhang and occurrance of premature uncoupling.
Modeling era: 1949 to late 1970's/early 1980's, although present
day modeling would also be suitable. (Five decades of modeling
possibility!!!)
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Anniversary Offer! · · Consists of (1) Budd
RDC Railcar and an oval of UNITRACK.
Oval of track is approximately 2' X 4', with an 11" radius
curve. |
Santa Fe - RDC Silver with Red & Yellow
(#106-01A)
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Chicago & Northwestern - RDC Silver
with Yellow Letterboard (#106-01B)
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119.98 |
83.99 |
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Rock Island - RDC Silver with Red Safety
Stripes (#106-01C)
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119.98 |
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New Haven - RDC Silver with Red White &
Black (#106-01D)
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119.98 |
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Alaska Railroad
2-Car Set P/N: 106-3015
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$159.98 |
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Budd Demonstrator Single Car
P/N: 166-0001
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$79.98 |
$56.00 |
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Canadian National 2-Car Set
RDC-1 #D-200 RDC-3 #D-101 P/N:106-3002
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$159.98 |
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Canadian National 2-Car Set
RDC-2 #D-250 RDC-4 #D-150 P/N: 106-3006
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$159.98 |
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Canadian Pacific 2-Car Set RDC-1
#9056RDC-3 #9023 P/N: 106-3001
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Canadian Pacific 2-Car Set RDC-2
#9102RDC-4 #9200 P/N: 106-3005
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Chicago & North Western
2-Car Set P/N: 106-3010
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$159.98 |
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Jersey Central 2-Car Set 106-3016
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$159.98 |
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New Haven 2-Car Set 106-3003
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New Haven 2-Car Set 106-3007
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New York Central 2-Car Set 106-3011
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Northern Pacific 2-Car Set 106-3012
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$159.98 |
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Rock Island 2-Car Set 106-3013
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$159.98 |
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Santa Fe 2-Car Set 106-3009
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$159.98 |
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Western Pacific Zephyrette 2-Car
Set 106-3014
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$159.98
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