Trix 22599 HO Union Pacific Big Boy 4-8-8-4 Steam Locomotive #4015 w/DCC & Sound MT/Box
Here is a Trix 22599 HO Scale Union Pacific Big Boy 4-8-8-4 #4015 w/DCC, Sound. Features include frame, boiler, and tender made of diecast metal, high-efficiency motor with bell-shaped armature and with flywheel in the boiler, comes from the factory with a built-in DCC-Selectrix decode, comes from the factory with a built-in sound generator for digital operation, headlights on the locomotive and tender, and number board lights are maintenance-free LED, close coupling between locomotive and tender, comes from the factory with RP 25 wheel contours and Kadee-compatible couplers driving wheels divided into two linked groups to enable the locomotive to negotiate sharp curves, Boxpok wheels, 8 axles powered, center driving axles spring mounted, coupler can be inserted into the pilot at the front of the locomotive, steam lines swing out with the cylinders, separately applied metal handrails, many separately applied details, figures of a locomotive engineer and fireman included. Also MÄrklin close couplers are included. Length over buffers 465 mm / 18-5/16“. This is the largest H0 steam locomotive from Trix. It comes on a beautiful wooden base which measures approximately 20 3/8“ long x 5 3/8“ wide.
The Big Boy was originally designed to be a massive freight hauler packing a whopping 24 wheels on the locomotive and a massive 14-wheeled tender in tow. Designing and producing the 4-8-8-4 model was a daunting task initially with several challenges presenting themselves in production. Early upgrades would include a 25,000 gallon water tank, a 50,000 pound capacity for coal, and a whopping 135,375 pounds of tractive power! A reduction in wheel diameter from 69in to 68in would see an increase in traction, and in 1940 the decision to equip each unit with a larger firebox would be made as well. Later upgrades like an increase in boiler pressure would provide a massive boost for the Big Boy helping power the massive giant as it made its way down the Wasatch Range. The Big Boy would also feature an articulated design, and was hinged to handle the curves and twists of the Wasatch route. At top speed the Big Boy was clocked at 130km/hour (80 miles/hour), but would rarely hit such speeds, and would typically travel at 55mph. At its completion, each Big Boy would cost roughly $265,000, translating to just about $4.6 million per unit present day.
Upon their arrival from production, the 4-8-8-4 model would quickly garner attention for its massive size. Engineers and rail-yard workers alike were in awe of the colossus that was presented to them. For one ALCO employee, only one name fit for such massive engine. Wasting little time, the unnamed ALCO employee found a nearby piece of chalk and would write "Big Boy" on the #4000 engine's smokebox door. The "Big Boy" name quickly became popular around the rail yard, before eventually going on to become the locomotive’s official moniker.
This item has been graded per TCA standards C-10: Mint based on visual appearance. This item is all original; unused and unblemished. The item was opened for item verification and photography. The original box is included. The original shipping carton is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Mint.
Condition: Mint (C-10)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-10)
Manufacturer: Trix
Model Number: 22599
Road Name: Union Pacific (UP)
Scale/Era: HO Scale
Model Type: Steam Loco
The Trainz SKU for this item is 6250620.
Trainz Product Id: 11418738
The Big Boy was originally designed to be a massive freight hauler packing a whopping 24 wheels on the locomotive and a massive 14-wheeled tender in tow. Designing and producing the 4-8-8-4 model was a daunting task initially with several challenges presenting themselves in production. Early upgrades would include a 25,000 gallon water tank, a 50,000 pound capacity for coal, and a whopping 135,375 pounds of tractive power! A reduction in wheel diameter from 69in to 68in would see an increase in traction, and in 1940 the decision to equip each unit with a larger firebox would be made as well. Later upgrades like an increase in boiler pressure would provide a massive boost for the Big Boy helping power the massive giant as it made its way down the Wasatch Range. The Big Boy would also feature an articulated design, and was hinged to handle the curves and twists of the Wasatch route. At top speed the Big Boy was clocked at 130km/hour (80 miles/hour), but would rarely hit such speeds, and would typically travel at 55mph. At its completion, each Big Boy would cost roughly $265,000, translating to just about $4.6 million per unit present day.
Upon their arrival from production, the 4-8-8-4 model would quickly garner attention for its massive size. Engineers and rail-yard workers alike were in awe of the colossus that was presented to them. For one ALCO employee, only one name fit for such massive engine. Wasting little time, the unnamed ALCO employee found a nearby piece of chalk and would write "Big Boy" on the #4000 engine's smokebox door. The "Big Boy" name quickly became popular around the rail yard, before eventually going on to become the locomotive’s official moniker.
This item has been graded per TCA standards C-10: Mint based on visual appearance. This item is all original; unused and unblemished. The item was opened for item verification and photography. The original box is included. The original shipping carton is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Mint.
Condition: Mint (C-10)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-10)
Manufacturer: Trix
Model Number: 22599
Road Name: Union Pacific (UP)
Scale/Era: HO Scale
Model Type: Steam Loco
The Trainz SKU for this item is 6250620.
Trainz Product Id: 11418738
$277.20
Original: $791.99
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Here is a Trix 22599 HO Scale Union Pacific Big Boy 4-8-8-4 #4015 w/DCC, Sound. Features include frame, boiler, and tender made of diecast metal, high-efficiency motor with bell-shaped armature and with flywheel in the boiler, comes from the factory with a built-in DCC-Selectrix decode, comes from the factory with a built-in sound generator for digital operation, headlights on the locomotive and tender, and number board lights are maintenance-free LED, close coupling between locomotive and tender, comes from the factory with RP 25 wheel contours and Kadee-compatible couplers driving wheels divided into two linked groups to enable the locomotive to negotiate sharp curves, Boxpok wheels, 8 axles powered, center driving axles spring mounted, coupler can be inserted into the pilot at the front of the locomotive, steam lines swing out with the cylinders, separately applied metal handrails, many separately applied details, figures of a locomotive engineer and fireman included. Also MÄrklin close couplers are included. Length over buffers 465 mm / 18-5/16“. This is the largest H0 steam locomotive from Trix. It comes on a beautiful wooden base which measures approximately 20 3/8“ long x 5 3/8“ wide.
The Big Boy was originally designed to be a massive freight hauler packing a whopping 24 wheels on the locomotive and a massive 14-wheeled tender in tow. Designing and producing the 4-8-8-4 model was a daunting task initially with several challenges presenting themselves in production. Early upgrades would include a 25,000 gallon water tank, a 50,000 pound capacity for coal, and a whopping 135,375 pounds of tractive power! A reduction in wheel diameter from 69in to 68in would see an increase in traction, and in 1940 the decision to equip each unit with a larger firebox would be made as well. Later upgrades like an increase in boiler pressure would provide a massive boost for the Big Boy helping power the massive giant as it made its way down the Wasatch Range. The Big Boy would also feature an articulated design, and was hinged to handle the curves and twists of the Wasatch route. At top speed the Big Boy was clocked at 130km/hour (80 miles/hour), but would rarely hit such speeds, and would typically travel at 55mph. At its completion, each Big Boy would cost roughly $265,000, translating to just about $4.6 million per unit present day.
Upon their arrival from production, the 4-8-8-4 model would quickly garner attention for its massive size. Engineers and rail-yard workers alike were in awe of the colossus that was presented to them. For one ALCO employee, only one name fit for such massive engine. Wasting little time, the unnamed ALCO employee found a nearby piece of chalk and would write "Big Boy" on the #4000 engine's smokebox door. The "Big Boy" name quickly became popular around the rail yard, before eventually going on to become the locomotive’s official moniker.
This item has been graded per TCA standards C-10: Mint based on visual appearance. This item is all original; unused and unblemished. The item was opened for item verification and photography. The original box is included. The original shipping carton is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Mint.
Condition: Mint (C-10)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-10)
Manufacturer: Trix
Model Number: 22599
Road Name: Union Pacific (UP)
Scale/Era: HO Scale
Model Type: Steam Loco
The Trainz SKU for this item is 6250620.
Trainz Product Id: 11418738
The Big Boy was originally designed to be a massive freight hauler packing a whopping 24 wheels on the locomotive and a massive 14-wheeled tender in tow. Designing and producing the 4-8-8-4 model was a daunting task initially with several challenges presenting themselves in production. Early upgrades would include a 25,000 gallon water tank, a 50,000 pound capacity for coal, and a whopping 135,375 pounds of tractive power! A reduction in wheel diameter from 69in to 68in would see an increase in traction, and in 1940 the decision to equip each unit with a larger firebox would be made as well. Later upgrades like an increase in boiler pressure would provide a massive boost for the Big Boy helping power the massive giant as it made its way down the Wasatch Range. The Big Boy would also feature an articulated design, and was hinged to handle the curves and twists of the Wasatch route. At top speed the Big Boy was clocked at 130km/hour (80 miles/hour), but would rarely hit such speeds, and would typically travel at 55mph. At its completion, each Big Boy would cost roughly $265,000, translating to just about $4.6 million per unit present day.
Upon their arrival from production, the 4-8-8-4 model would quickly garner attention for its massive size. Engineers and rail-yard workers alike were in awe of the colossus that was presented to them. For one ALCO employee, only one name fit for such massive engine. Wasting little time, the unnamed ALCO employee found a nearby piece of chalk and would write "Big Boy" on the #4000 engine's smokebox door. The "Big Boy" name quickly became popular around the rail yard, before eventually going on to become the locomotive’s official moniker.
This item has been graded per TCA standards C-10: Mint based on visual appearance. This item is all original; unused and unblemished. The item was opened for item verification and photography. The original box is included. The original shipping carton is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Mint.
Condition: Mint (C-10)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-10)
Manufacturer: Trix
Model Number: 22599
Road Name: Union Pacific (UP)
Scale/Era: HO Scale
Model Type: Steam Loco
The Trainz SKU for this item is 6250620.
Trainz Product Id: 11418738
