Prototype Info

The 1930s represented a new era of optimism and technological progress in the United States. This was reflected in both the arts and in industrial design, where the Art Deco influence – subdued during the Great Depression - was transformed into the Streamline Modern style. Everything from buildings to automobiles to railroad passenger cars began to move away from a dependence on vertical shapes and geometric designs toward a much more horizontal, curved style featuring modern materials such as welded (not riveted) stainless steel which emphasized power through speed, not solidity. Thus was born the era of the Great Streamliners: the Union Pacific M-10000, the Burlington Zephyrs, and of course the Electro-Motive Corporation’s E Series of road diesels.

EMC had produced several “covered wagon” E designs through the 1930s (EA through E5), but in relatively limited numbers. In 1939, the 2000 horsepower E-6 was the first (and, interestingly, the last before becoming the Electro-Motive Division of General Motors) to be produced in mass quantities, totaling 91 A units and 26 B units produced between November of 1939 and September of 1942, when production of new locomotives was halted due to the War Effort. These featured the now iconic streamlined slant-nose and aerodynamic surfaces and were matched with the new streamlined passenger train sets produced by Pullman Standard and Budd for the famous name trains such as the Union Pacific “City” trains, the Illinois Central “Panama Limited”, and the Milwaukee Road “Hiawathas”.

About Atlas O Premier Locomotives

Atlas O Premier locomotives and rolling stock are highly detailed models that faithfully recreate the prototype down to the paint scheme and even railroad-specific details. They are usually offered in two styles--3-Rail and 2-Rail and come equipped with Proto-Sound 3.0 With The Digital Command System Featuring Freight Yard Proto-Effects. Atlas O Premier Locomotives come in a range of models that cover a variety of eras, so no matter what time period you are modeling, you are getting a fantastic-looking and smooth-running locomotive that will serve you well for years to come.

About Atlas Model Railroad Company

The primary mission of Atlas is to produce and offer to the public, multiple scale lines of high quality, model railroad products based on prototype information. Atlas’ philosophy is based on a dedicated commitment to prototype research, design and construction. The desired and demanded goal is to create, market and distribute durable operational scale models utilizing the full range of exacting detail which accurately depicts life-sized objects, while providing exceptional service to Atlas customers. In 1999, Atlas O was founded so that the hallmark of Atlas products in HO & N could be offered to O scale modelers. Since then, the product line has expanded to include a vast library of track pieces, accessories, as well as rolling stock and locomotives.

By keeping up the high standards set by Steve Schaffan those many years ago, Atlas will remain a leader in innovation and technology in the model railroading industry for years to come. Although many things have changed since Atlas incorporation in 1949, they follow the tradition and values of their founders. As Atlas have for the last 50 years, they will continue to produce quality, precision products for the model railroad enthusiast.

Features:

• The perfect match for Atlas Streamlined Passenger Cars!
• Remotely Controlled Proto-Couplers
• Illuminated Number Boards
• Directionally Controlled Headlights
• Lighted Marker Lights
• Operating Smoke Units
• Proto-Sound 3.0 With The Digital Command System Featuring: Passenger Station Proto-Effects
• Unit Measures:53” x 2 1/2” x 3 1/2”
• Operates On O-42 Curves

Order Due Date: June 27, 2025

Anticipated Delivery Date: March 2026

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