Guaranteed Pre-Order Deadline is December 8th, 2026
After closing, if not in stock, you may join the Waitlist and we will attempt to acquire one for you.
Estimated Delivery Date Is: Fall 2027
Product Information:
Broadway Limited Imports proudly introduces the New Haven R3a Mountain, the next release in our premium Brass-Hybrid steam locomotive lineup. Powerful, distinctive, and unlike anything else on the rails, the R3a represents one of the most fascinating and visually striking steam designs of the eastern United States.
This all-new, newly tooled model combines museum-quality brass construction with modern operating performance, capturing the unmistakable character of New Haven steam at its peak. With its bold proportions and highly distinctive front-end design, the R3a stands out immediately—whether leading a passenger consist or displayed as a centerpiece locomotive.
Brass-Hybrid Construction — Built to Perform
Each R3a Mountain features:
- Hand-crafted brass boiler and tender
- Heavy die-cast chassis for serious pulling power
- Excellent weight distribution and smooth operation—the result is a locomotive that looks refined and mechanical, yet delivers the strength expected of a true Mountain-type engine.
Industry-Leading Model Features:
- ALL-NEW Paragon4 Sound & Control System
- Synchronized puffing smoke with chuff sound
- Variable puffing smoke intensity and timing
- Integral DCC decoder with Back EMF for superior slow-speed operation
- Precision drive mechanism for heavy load towing
- 5-pole can motor with skew-wound armature
- Handcrafted brass boiler, cab, and tender with heavy die-cast chassis
- Premium paint with authentic prototype schemes
- Separately controllable headlight, cab light, and rear emergency light
- Factory-installed engineer and fireman figures
- Extensive separately applied detail parts
- Rubber traction tires for increased pulling power
- Recommended minimum radius: 18 inches