AT&SF 3776-Class 4-8-4 Northerns, Engineer Series
Photo of prototype

    In cooperation with Baldwin Locomotive Works, the Santa Fe's mechanical
    department designed the 3776 class at the railroad's Topeka facility, based on what
    had been learned from the preceding 3751 and 3765 classes of 4-8-4 locomotives.
    Thought by many to represent the epitome of AT&SF steam locomotive design,
    these splendid locomotives began arriving in 1941.

    Though not considered ground-breaking, these Baldwin-built locomotives were
    exemplary in every respect. Hauling a new, 24,500 gallon tender, they were massive
    and clean looking, and an extension of the already worthy 3765 class.  Known for
    pulling more than 2-dozen Pullmans, and even hauling as many as 18 at 100 mph,
    they were assigned to the road's premier trains, including the Chief.

    Built with 80" Baldwin, type II, disc drivers, tapered rods, and standard stack, many
    were later rebuilt with Boxpok drivers on the No. 1, 2, and 3 axles, roller bearing rods
    and telescoping stacks. Beginning in 1949, several also received new boilers, and
    these are recognized by the lack of a visible steam dome.

     The last revenue run, by a Santa Fe steam locomotive, was made by the 3780.
AT&SF 3776s (DCC/Sound) MSRP: TBD; Del: TBD
183-3776-10
#3777, as delivered 1941, Baldwin discs, tapered rods, std. stack
183-3776-20
#3780, reboilered, 1952, Boxpok #2, roller rods, ext. stack
183-3776-30
#3784, reboilered, 1952, Baldwin discs, roller rods, ext. stack
AT&SF 3776s (DC) MSRP: TBD; Del: TBD
183-3776-15
#3777, as delivered 1941, Baldwin discs, tapered rods, std. stack
183-3776-25
#3780, reboilered, 1952, Boxpok #2, roller rods, ext. stack
183-3776-35
#3784, reboilered, 1952, Baldwin discs, roller rods, ext. stack


    Model features:

  • Accurate, era-correct detailing
  • Sloped cab sides
  • Separately applied, photo-etched brass running boards
  • Recommended for minimum 22" radius and #6 turnouts
  • Acrylic window inserts
  • Detailed cab interior
  • Golden LED headlights
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