Lionel 2433993 - Legacy U28C Diesel Locomotive "Pittsburgh & Lake Erie" #2808 - Custom Run for MrMuffin'sTrains

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• Rail Line: P&LE
• Road Number: 2808
• Gauge: O Gauge 
• Power: Electric
• Engine Type: Diesel
• Min Curve: O31
• Dimensions: Length: 17"
• Most Recent Catalog: 2024 Volume 1 Catalog

Formerly 24337PLE

Features:

• LEGACY® Control System equipped – able to run in LEGACY® Control mode, in TrainMaster® Command Control mode, or in Conventional mode with a standard transformer
• Bluetooth® Control - Operate with Universal Remote or LionChief® App
• Lionel Voice Control (LVC) - run your locomotive by speaking commands into your phone via LionChief® App
• Odyssey® II Speed Control
• IR Transmitter for SensorTrack™
• Road-specific details
• Dual powerful maintenance-free motors with momentum flywheels
• ElectorCoupler™ on front and rear
• Traction tires
• Refined Conventional Transformer Control mode with lower starting speeds
• Fan-driven smoke unit
• Adjustable smoke output
• Directional lighting including LED headlights
• Marker lights on front and rear
• Illuminated number boards
• Lighted cab interior
• Die-cast trucks, pilot and fuel tank
• Metal frame
• High levels of separately applied metal details
• Engineer and conductor figures

LEGACY® RailSounds® sound system featuring:

• CrewTalk™ dialog with different scenarios depending on whether the locomotive is in motion or stopped
• TrainSounds that mimic realistic radio chatter when the locomotive is in motion or stopped
• Six official railroad speeds with CrewTalk dialog
• Eight diesel RPM levels
• LEGACY® "Real-Time Quilling Horn" control with instant response for realistic signature "quilling" and correctly timed warning signals
• 5 different horns to choose from for a more customized experience
• Single hit or continuous mechanical bell sounds
• 5 levels of bell pitching for customized sounds
• Sequence Control: Plays the sound effects of an entire trip, including warning sounds and announcements, based on the movement and speed of the locomotive
• Current speed and fuel dialog, refueling sound effects

Overview:

rarity in the Lionel catalog, the U28C was a rarity in reality as well. The 2800 horsepower 6-axle diesel was on the small side of the power curve and most railroads at the time were hungry for more horses in their six-axle road power. What it lacked in flare, the U28C seemed to make up for in reliability. The majority of the locomotives would go on to serve multiple lines into the early 1980s. As they were on the prototype, a U28C will make an interesting addition to your roster; a nice break from the common SD40s and SD45s. The models feature roadname specific lighting packages and roof details. Perfect for coal drags, mixed freights or even yard power from the 1960s to the 1980s. Diversify your roster with one of these unique U-Boats!