Trains & Track

EMD’s E-8 (and successor, E-9) were the quintessential North American passenger locomotive of the 1950s through the 1970s. 450 E8A and 46 E8B units were produced, with an additional 100 E9A and 44 E9B locos following. The first E8s were delivered in 1949, with the last E9 being produced in 1964. These units pulled passenger trains from coast to coast, and later became the backbone of Amtrak’s fleet in its early days. Many more were later used in commuter service before being retired. Today several units live on in museums and tourist railroads throughout North America. What makes Rapido’s E8 and E9 models different than every E8 or E9 that has come before? Simple – we’re doing it right. Every E8 model out there is a “best guess” as to the nose, roof and windshield contours of the real thing. At Rapido’s we don’t believe in making guesses. That’s why we commissioned a 3D laser scan of Union Pacific E8 #942 at the Southern California Railway Museum. A 3D scan ensures that we get those impossible-to-guess contours bang-on accurate. Our engineers trace the scan and shrink it down to HO scale. Rapido’s E8 model features: 3D laser-scanned body shell Accurate nose and roof contours Seven different noses Three different back ends Two different sides – with and without lifting lug covers Three different steam generator options 36” fan, 48” fan or non-dynamic brake options Single- or dual-headlight configurations Freight or passenger pilots Three styles of side grills Original porthole sides or rebuilt with blanked sides (including unique variations) Skirted or non-skirted fuel tanks Original square and sloped or Hyatt roller bearing journal boxes Heavy die-cast chassis Smooth running drive system with all wheels powered Complete lighting effects – headlights, class lights, backup lights, ground lights, cab lights and more Numerous road-specific detail parts in both plastic and etched metal Below is a list of just SOME of the road-specific detail parts that we are producing: Four different sand filler hatch styles PRR Train Phone antenna Southern rooftop air tanks Southern large-capacity water tanks UP snow shields Cab-side walkways (2 styles) Pilot MU hoses ATS shoes PRR Nose lifting lugs Three different radio antenna Six different headlight/warning light inserts Various bug screens, mirrors, and wind deflectors Numerous grab iron configurations Several horn styles (in brass) And probably more that we’ve forgotten! Each E8A & E8B locomotive will have road specific details applied. Details are listed with each product. You can see a visual representation of the details by clicking the button below. More Information Item # 28564 Scale HO Locomotive Type Diesel Engine Style E8 Engine Electronics DC, DCC and Sound Road Name Southern

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Bowser HO Scale ready-to-run 70-Ton 2-Bay Covered Hoppers are based on Pullman-Standard prototypes built beginning in the mid 1950s and operated into the 2000s. They hauled cement, grain and other heavy, granular materials. These layout-ready freight cars feature injection-molded bodies with accurate decoration, molded details that stand up to layout operations, free-rolling trucks with metal wheels and magnetic knuckle couplers. The 70-Ton 2-Bay Covered Hopper model feature open or closed sides as appropriate for each scheme. They re great additions to your diesel-era freight trains.  HO Scale Features: • Ready to run • Road number 71300  • Roller Bearing Trucks with metal wheels • Interior & slope sheet braces and knuckle couplers. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including STYRENE which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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The EMD F3 is a 1,500 horsepower diesel locomotive built by General Motors' Electro-Motive Division between 1945 and 1949.   The F3 was the third model in EMD's successful F-unit series of cab unit diesels, and it was the second most produced of the series behind the F7.  The F3's were widely used in both freight and passenger service, and in total, EMD built more than 1,100 A-units and almost 700 B-units.  In this production, we are modeling A and B-units from nine railroads with prototypically accurate road numbers and paint schemes.  We are offering A-B sets with Powered A-units (w/ Paragon4 Sound) and unpowered B-units, and also separate single A and B-units with our full Paragon4 DC/DCC/Sound system.  All of our models have road-specific details and lighting.  Road-specific detail options in this production, prototypically accurate for each road name: Pilot prototypical for paint scheme Operating Mars Light where prototypical Small horizontal and Large 45-degree numberboards Prototypical horn Water fill hatch location Sand fill hatch location Dynamic brake where prototypical Cooling fans and exhaust hatch accurate per each prototype  Winterization hatch present where prototypically accurate Multiple MU door options on front of model Multiple skirt options above fuel tank Ladder rest grab irons present where prototypically accurate Grab iron ladder present where prototypically accurate Eyebrow grab irons present where prototypically accurate Grab irons above cab side windows where prototypically accurate Roof antenna present and correct where prototypically accurate Front and Rear lift lug present where accurate Nose door number plate present where accurate Trainphone antenna present where accurate   Industry-leading Model Features:    Paragon4 Sound & Control System featuring ROLLING THUNDER Integral Dual-Mode Decoder with Back EMF for Superb Slow Speed Operation in DC and DCC Precision Drive Mechanism Engineered for Heavy Towing and Smooth Slow Speed Operation All Wheel Electrical Pick-up ABS Body with Die Cast Chassis for Maximum Tractive Effort Premium Caliber Painting Prototypically Accurate Paint Schemes and Road Numbers Many Separately Applied Details such as Grab Irons, Horns, and Bell Prototypical Light Operation Prototypically Accurate Sounds for the EMD F3 Diesel Locomotive Metal Kadee-compatible Couplers (2) Will Operate on Code 55, Code 70 and Code 80 Rail Minimum Operating Radius:  9 inches     Broadway Limited Imports is proud to introduce Paragon4: The new benchmark for premium HO sound-equipped locomotives. These DC and DCC-Sound equipped locomotives feature the ALL-NEW Paragon4 sound and control system. Each Paragon4 locomotive comes with BLI's own integral DCC Decoder factory installed.  Paragon4 locomotives offer Dual Mode DC and DCC operation with superb back EMF motor control, improved DC motor control, built-in capacitor pack for more reliable electrical pick-up, industry best on-board sound with Rolling Thunder functionality, Pro Lighting Mode for prototypical light control, Switcher model for precise low speed control, recordable DCC operation for automated playback, and the same excellent detail level as Broadway Limited's Paragon3 Series models.    Paragon4 Sound & Control System Features: Operates in DC & DCC with improved DC speed control (use DCMaster for DC Sound) Built-In extra capacitance to navigate imperfect track Pro Lighting Mode offers individual control of all lights on model Switcher Mode for precise low speed control Record & Play Operation - Records and plays back sounds and movements once or repeatedly for automatic operation High Resolution Audio Quillable Horn for various whistle lengths and patterns Choice of 3 selectable Horns 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 Multiple realistic passenger and crew sounds play on command Grade Crossing Automatic Signal Automatic Forward / Reverse Signal Prime Mover sound intensity varies with load Individually adjustable sound volumes for each effect EZ Reset Button for quick return to factory default settings

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For #5, 9, 20-Series & 40 Series & Whisker® Couplers. Any coupler using the #232 (NO.5®) or #234 Gear Boxes. Shims will need to be trimmed to work with #242 Whisker® Gear boxes. 20 each per package

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This industry leading coupler features an all metal coupler head, shank, and Whisker® centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The #144 Magne-Matic® Whisker® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #242 Snap-Together Gearbox or with other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. Use the provided insulated gearbox or insulated #24 coupler. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #144 Whisker® Metal Couplers - Short Underset Shank (2) Pair #242 Snap-Together Gearboxes (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #144 Whisker® Metal Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Shank Length  -   Short (1/4") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -   Underset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Whisker® Head  -   Standard Head Works In Place of  -   #24, #34 (#144 in a #252 box), Short Underset "clone" couplers Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, #252, #262, manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes #242 Snap-Together Gearbox Features: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Lid Type  -   Snap-Together Dimensions  -   7/16"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and 40-Series, All Whisker® Couplers Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   25/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43)

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The #118 coupler will work anywhere a NO.5®, #28, #38, #58, #118, #119 & #148 Coupler will work.The #118 Kadee® Magne-Matic® Coupler features a Metal Coupler, insulated #242 Draft Gear Box and Lid with center screw holes for mounting. Shelfs actually work. The #118 Coupler may be mounted with supplied #242 draft gear box or with Manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets. Two pair per package Manual uncoupling requires the #241 Dual Tool. The "SF" Shelf Coupler can be easily modified to look like the type "F" Shelf Coupler or "H" Passenger Car Coupler. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gear box to avoid the possible electrical crossover or shorting that may cause damage. Use the provided insulated draft gear box.It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gear box to avoid the possible electrical crossover or shorting that may cause damage. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair SF Metal Shelf Whisker® Magne-Matic® Coupler - Medium Centerset Shank (2) Pair #242 Snap-Together Gearboxes (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #118 Whisker® Metal Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Shank Length  -   Medium (9/32") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -   Centerset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Whisker® Head  -  SF Metal ShelfHead Works In Place of  -   NO.5®, #58, #28, #38 (#148 in a #252 box), #118, #119, #158, medium centerset "clone" couplers Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, #252, #262, manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes #242 Snap-Together Gearbox Features: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Lid Type  -   Snap-Together Dimensions  -   7/16"L x 5/16"W x 1/8"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and 40-Series, All Whisker® Couplers Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   29/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick

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This industry leading coupler features plastic standard coupler with metal knuckle, and #634 standard centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The#28 Magne-Matic® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #213 or #232 Gearbox or with most other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets. The #28 Coupler is the plastic equivalent to the NO.5® Metal Coupler. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #28 Plastic Shank Couplers - Medium Centerset Shank (2) Pair #634 Centering Spring NO.5® Style (2) Pair 055" ID & .100" ID Bushing/Sleeves (2) Pair #212 Talgo Truck Adaptors (2) Pair #213 Gearboxes (2) Pair #232 Gearboxes (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #28 Plastic Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Knuckle, Plastic Coupler Shank Shank Length  -   Medium (19/64") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -   Centerset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Standard Shank Centering Spring  -   #634 Centering Spring NO.5® Style Head  -   Standard Head Works In Place of  -   NO.5®, #58, #118, #119, #148, #158, most medium centerset "clone" couplers Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, most manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes #212 Talgo Truck Adaptors: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #213 Plastic Draft Gearboxes: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Dimensions  -   25/64"L x 5/16"W x 3/32"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #232 Plastic Draft Gearboxes & Lids Features: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Dimensions  -   29/64"L x 19/64"W x 7/64"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #28 with a #212 Talgo Truck Adaptor. Mounting Specifications: Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" #28 in a #213 monted on bottom. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   29/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) #28 in a #213 monted on top. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   23/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) #28 in a #232 Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   29/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) Side Holes  -   0-48 Self-Tapping or 0-80 Machine Screws. (Screw length will vary) Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #230 Talgo Adaptor Insertion Pic #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43) #780 Tap (0-80) and Drills (#55 and #52)

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This industry leading coupler features plastic standard coupler with metal knuckle, and #634 standard centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The#26 Magne-Matic® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #213 or #232 Gearbox or with most other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #26 Plastic Shank Couplers - Long Centerset Shank (2) Pair #634 Centering Spring NO.5® Style (2) Pair 055" ID & .100" ID Bushing/Sleeves (2) Pair #212 Talgo Truck Adaptors (2) Pair #213 Gearboxes (2) Pair #232 Gearboxes (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #26 Plastic Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Knuckle, Plastic Coupler Shank Shank Length  -   Long (25/64") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -   Centerset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Standard Shank Centering Spring  -   #634 Centering Spring NO.5® Style Head  -   Standard Head Works In Place of  -  #146, long centerset "clone" couplers Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, most manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes #212 Talgo Truck Adaptors: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #213 Plastic Draft Gearboxes: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Dimensions  -   25/64"L x 5/16"W x 3/32"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #232 Plastic Draft Gearboxes & Lids Features: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Dimensions  -   29/64"L x 19/64"W x 7/64"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #26 with a #212 Talgo Truck Adaptor. Mounting Specifications: Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" #26 in a #213 monted on bottom. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   29/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) #26 in a #213 monted on top. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   23/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) #26 in a #232 Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   29/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) Side Holes  -   0-48 Self-Tapping or 0-80 Machine Screws. (Screw length will vary) Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #230 Talgo Adaptor Insertion Pic #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43) #780 Tap (0-80) and Drills (#55 and #52)

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This industry leading coupler features plastic standard coupler with metal knuckle, and #634 standard centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The#24 Magne-Matic® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #213 or #232 Gearbox or with most other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #24 Plastic Shank Couplers - Short Underset Shank (2) Pair #634 Centering Spring NO.5® Style (2) Pair 055" ID & .100" ID Bushing/Sleeves (2) Pair #212 Talgo Truck Adaptors (2) Pair #213 Gearboxes (2) Pair #232 Gearboxes (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #24 Plastic Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Knuckle, Plastic Coupler Shank Shank Length  -   Short (1/4") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -  Underset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Standard Shank Centering Spring  -   #634 Centering Spring NO.5® Style Head  -   Standard Head Works In Place of  -  #144, short underset "clone" couplers Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, most manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes #212 Talgo Truck Adaptors: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #213 Plastic Draft Gearboxes: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Dimensions  -   25/64"L x 5/16"W x 3/32"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #232 Plastic Draft Gearboxes & Lids Features: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Dimensions  -   29/64"L x 19/64"W x 7/64"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #24 with a #212 Talgo Truck Adaptor. Mounting Specifications: Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" #24 in a #213 monted on bottom. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -  25/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) #24 in a #213 monted on top. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   19/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) #24 in a #232 Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   25/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) Side Holes  -   0-48 Self-Tapping or 0-80 Machine Screws. (Screw length will vary) Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #230 Talgo Adaptor Insertion Pic #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43) #780 Tap (0-80) and Drills (#55 and #52)

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This industry leading coupler features plastic standard coupler with metal knuckle, and #634 standard centering spring and comes complete with insulated draft gearbox and lid. The#21 Magne-Matic® Metal Coupler may be mounted with the included #213 or #232 Gearbox or with most other manufacturers cast-on coupler pockets. It is not recommended to use a metal coupler directly on a metal surface or in a metal draft gearbox to avoid possible electrical crossover and shorting that may cause damage. HO-Scale Package Includes: (2) Pair #21 Plastic Shank Couplers - Long Underset Shank (2) Pair #634 Centering Spring NO.5® Style (2) Pair 055" ID & .100" ID Bushing/Sleeves (2) Pair #212 Talgo Truck Adaptors (2) Pair #213 Gearboxes (2) Pair #232 Gearboxes (2) #622 Knuckle Springs #21 Plastic Coupler Features: Material  -   Metal Knuckle, Plastic Coupler Shank Shank Length  -   Long (25/64") (center hole to back of coupler head) Coupler Offset  -  Underset Knuckle Spring  -   #622 Centering System  -   Standard Shank Centering Spring  -   #634 Centering Spring NO.5® Style Head  -   Standard Head Works In Place of  -  #141, long underset "clone" couplers Works With  -   #213, #232, #234, #242, most manufacturer cast-on draft gearboxes #212 Talgo Truck Adaptors: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #213 Plastic Draft Gearboxes: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Dimensions  -   25/64"L x 5/16"W x 3/32"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #232 Plastic Draft Gearboxes & Lids Features: Material  -   Insulated Plastic Dimensions  -   29/64"L x 19/64"W x 7/64"H Works With  -   NO.5®, #58, 20-Series and all Whisker® Couplers #21 with a #212 Talgo Truck Adaptor. Mounting Specifications: Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" #21 in a #213 monted on bottom. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -  25/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) #21 in a #213 monted on top. Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   19/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) #21 in a #232 Mounting Specifications: Mounting Height  -   25/64" Centerline  -   25/64" Trip Pin Height  -   1/32" Center Hole  -   2-56 Insulated Screws are the most commonly used. (Screw length will vary) Side Holes  -   0-48 Self-Tapping or 0-80 Machine Screws. (Screw length will vary) Recommended Tools: #206 Insulated Muti-Purpose Coupler Height Gauge #230 Talgo Adaptor Insertion Pic #231 Greas-em Dry Graphite Lubricant #237 Coupler Trip Pin Pliers #240 Double Headed Pin Vise #241 Dual Tool Manual Uncoupling Tool and Spring Pick #246 Tap (2-56) and Drills (#50 and #43) #780 Tap (0-80) and Drills (#55 and #52)

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