The ACS-64, also known as the "Amtrak Cities
Sprinter", is
Amtrak's replacement of the aging AEM-7 and HHP-8
electric locomotives for operation in the Northeast and Keysto
ne Corridors. Built by Siemens and based on the
EuroSprinter European electric locomotive design, the Cities S
printer is nonetheless a unique model to North America
and is built entirely in the United States. The Prototype, en
tering service as of February 2014, is meant to pull as many
as 18 Amfleet cars at speeds of up to 125 miles per hour!
This release will be of a brand new tooling electric Locomotive
f
rom Kato in N scale as well as a brand new passenger
car release! The Amfleet I, similar to Kato’s previously released
Amfleet II, will replicate the prototype’s distinctive
inside bearing trucks and body shape, while the ACS-64 is b
eing built from the ground up to maximize pulling power
and smooth running. Featuring all new molding and detailing
, designed with assistance from both Siemens and Amtrak,
the ACS-64 will have drop-in DCC compatibility, directional
lighting, adjustable pantographs, and a seamless, modern
look!
Click
here
for an advisory about lighting kit installation with DCC.
