With 10 years of practical experience using 4-6-4s on premiere passenger trains, The New York Central introduced its class J3a in 1937. Some 50 engines were built (the last 10 were streamlined), and were assigned to the roads finest trains, including the flagship 20th Century Limited. While they were bumped from their elite status by the late 40s, Hudsons continued to handle important passenger runs until the end of steam.
Fast and powerful, these six-coupled speedsters feature a smooth-running mechanism, fine detailing and great-looking paint, making them the perfect choice for fast passenger trains on your HO mainline.