Painted Unlettered (Stainless) - BUDD TDC-1 Phase I
The Rapido Trains N Scale Budd RDC-1 is based on rail diesel cars introduced in the late 1940s for operation on routes that could not justify locomotive-hauled trains. The 85ft long self-propelled coaches, which were powered by a pair of Detroit Diesel Series 110 engines, could be employed in single formation or coupled together with other examples - all controlled from In the United States, the Boston & Maine was the principal user of these single-car units, but they were also an important part of the rural lines and short-haul commuter passenger fleet of other railroad companies, including the Santa Fe, B&O, New Haven, NP, NYC, Reading, SP, and many others. Many later went on to Amtrak and various commuter agencies such as the Metro-North among others. RDCs can still be found in small numbers on scenic lines in both countries, as well as some In Canada, CN and CP rostered large numbers of RDCs, which later passed to VIA. The RDC served branchlines from coast to coast and were a means of reducing the costs of unprofitable local runs. They were also ubiquitous on the mainline, often in multiple units of three, six or even 11 cars! CN's RDCs could be found across the country in early years and mainly in the Toronto area in later years. Eager to cut costs, CP used the RDCs everywhere, especially in commuter service, the Maritimes, and on Vancouver Island. In VIA years, the RDC formed the backbone of shorter services in Quebec, the Toronto area and the Maritimes, as well as in Alberta and BC. PGE and later BCR used a fair number of RDCs in British Columbia right up The model features prototypically accurate details including phase I or II body type with correct detailing, roadname-specific detailing, directional headlights and red markers. These units feature a hidden drive system and great interior detailing, allowing for maximum performance and realism. The model also comes equipped with magnetic knuckle couplers and is DCC ready.