In 1897, the Climax Manufacturing Company built its first locomotive with three power trucks, which was designated as Class "C." The addition of a third truck allowed the locomotive to go longer distances between water stops and provided greater traction and a more stable engine.
 
Features:
 
* DCC-equipped for speed, direction and lighting
 
* Dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder with 8-pin plug
 
* Die cast construction
 
* Precision can motor
 
* All-wheel electrical pickup
 
* Three-gearbox power train for realistic operation
 
* Scale-speed gearing
 
* Detailed cab interior
 
* LED headlight and backup light
 
* Separately applied stack, domes and cab
 
* Separate detail parts including bell, whistle, pop valves and handrails
 
* Walschaert valve gear
 
* Prototype-specific pumps
 
* E-Z Mate(R) Mark II couplers