Uploaded January 2020 | Updated September 2026, 49 minutes ago
In this video we will be operating a Lionel C-420 Locomotive. This Lionel Detroit & Mackinac Bicentennial Locomotive operates with a transformer, Lionel Legacy, Lionel Universal Remote & with Lionel’s Bluetooth® App. All aboard for a model train adventure with Train Room Gary. ▶︎ This video is for ages 14 & up
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▶︎ I am a “Ferroequinologist”. Noun. (plural ferroequinologists) (humorous, nonstandard) A student of ferroequinology; a person who studies trains. Also a “Rail-fan” Noun. Enjoys watching trains.
▶︎ FEATURES
Falling behind in competition with General Motors and General Electric, ALCO hit the reset button and rolled out an entirely new line of locomotives in 1963. Dubbed the Century series, these locomotives featured an all new engine, traction control system, air system and multiple other features to offer more power and especially efficiency as touted by the salesmen. The C-420 was among the first of these models, with over 130 eventually being produced for railroads all across the country.
Despite the promises and hopes of the builder, for the most part the Centuries failed to deliver the operating or sales returns they and the railroads had hoped for. Within 6 years, Alco would close its American production facilities. Despite setbacks, several C-420s remain in operation today and the line has endeared itself to generations of "Alco-holics." Lionel's latest release includes all of today's great LEGACY and Bluetooth control features and showcases many of the smaller regional and short line railroads which embraced the Alco models then and now.
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 Odyssey® II Speed Control LEGACY® RailSounds® sound system featuring: CrewTalk™ dialog and TowerCom™ announcements, each with different scenarios depending on whether 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 Single hit or continuous mechanical bell sounds Sequence Control: plays the sound effects of an entire trip, including warning sounds and announcements, based on the movement and speed ofthe locomotive
Current speed and fuel dialog, refueling sound effects Lighted cab interior Die-cast metal trucks, pilot, and fuel tank Metal frame High levels of separately applied metal details Engineer and conductor figures IR Transmitter for SensorTrack™ Dual powerful maintenance-free motors with momentum flywheels ElectroCoupler™ 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
▶︎ PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Road Number: 976
Gauge: O Gauge
Scale Type: Scale
Power: Electric
Engine Type: Diesel
Min Curve: O31
Dimensions: Length: 15"
▶︎ Hi • Train Room Gary from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway.
If this video helps you out, remember to hit me up with a “Like” and “Subscribe”.
▶︎ Production
Editing Software: Final Cut Pro X on an iMacOS Catalina Version 10.15
Artwork & Titles: Adobe Photoshop
Cameras: iPhone 11 Pro • Canon T6i
▶︎ Train Room Gary • Production / Detroit, Michigan USA
▶︎ Music from: YouTube Audio Library
You're free to use these songs and monetize your video.
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“Dixie Outlandish Sting” by John Delay and the 41 Player / You're free to use these songs and monetize your video.
“Rio Nights” by: Ounces Moreira / You're free to use these songs and monetize your video.
“Dock Rock Sting” by: John Delay and the 41 Players / You're free to use these songs and monetize your video.
In this video we will be operating a Lionel C-420 Locomotive. This Lionel Detroit & Mackinac Bicentennial Locomotive operates with a transformer, Lionel Legacy, Lionel Universal Remote & with Lionel’s Bluetooth® App. All aboard for a model train adventure with Train Room Gary. ▶︎ This video is for ages 14 & up
❤ Thank you for watching my video!
If you enjoyed it like me, hit the like button or leave some comments. It really encourages me and keeps me going!
Also, don't forget to subscribe to my channel and click the “bell” icon to be the first to know about my latest video releases!
▶︎ I am a “Ferroequinologist”. Noun. (plural ferroequinologists) (humorous, nonstandard) A student of ferroequinology; a person who studies trains. Also a “Rail-fan” Noun. Enjoys watching trains.
▶︎ FEATURES
Falling behind in competition with General Motors and General Electric, ALCO hit the reset button and rolled out an entirely new line of locomotives in 1963. Dubbed the Century series, these locomotives featured an all new engine, traction control system, air system and multiple other features to offer more power and especially efficiency as touted by the salesmen. The C-420 was among the first of these models, with over 130 eventually being produced for railroads all across the country.
Despite the promises and hopes of the builder, for the most part the Centuries failed to deliver the operating or sales returns they and the railroads had hoped for. Within 6 years, Alco would close its American production facilities. Despite setbacks, several C-420s remain in operation today and the line has endeared itself to generations of "Alco-holics." Lionel's latest release includes all of today's great LEGACY and Bluetooth control features and showcases many of the smaller regional and short line railroads which embraced the Alco models then and now.
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 Odyssey® II Speed Control LEGACY® RailSounds® sound system featuring: CrewTalk™ dialog and TowerCom™ announcements, each with different scenarios depending on whether 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 Single hit or continuous mechanical bell sounds Sequence Control: plays the sound effects of an entire trip, including warning sounds and announcements, based on the movement and speed ofthe locomotive
Current speed and fuel dialog, refueling sound effects Lighted cab interior Die-cast metal trucks, pilot, and fuel tank Metal frame High levels of separately applied metal details Engineer and conductor figures IR Transmitter for SensorTrack™ Dual powerful maintenance-free motors with momentum flywheels ElectroCoupler™ 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
▶︎ PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Road Number: 976
Gauge: O Gauge
Scale Type: Scale
Power: Electric
Engine Type: Diesel
Min Curve: O31
Dimensions: Length: 15"
▶︎ Hi • Train Room Gary from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway.
If this video helps you out, remember to hit me up with a “Like” and “Subscribe”.
▶︎ Production
Editing Software: Final Cut Pro X on an iMacOS Catalina Version 10.15
Artwork & Titles: Adobe Photoshop
Cameras: iPhone 11 Pro • Canon T6i
▶︎ Train Room Gary • Production / Detroit, Michigan USA
▶︎ Music from: YouTube Audio Library
You're free to use these songs and monetize your video.
United States of America • Copyright Fair Use Act • Copyright Infringement NOT intended. For entertainment purposes only on YouTube
“Dixie Outlandish Sting” by John Delay and the 41 Player / You're free to use these songs and monetize your video.
“Rio Nights” by: Ounces Moreira / You're free to use these songs and monetize your video.
“Dock Rock Sting” by: John Delay and the 41 Players / You're free to use these songs and monetize your video.
