Rapido (208518) | CTA 2600 Budd Series 'L' Cars | 2-Car Pair | Chicago Transit Authority CTA #2867 & 2868 | 75th Anniversary Scheme | DCC/Sound | HO Scale [PRE-ORDER]

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Rapido HO Scale CTA 2600-Series “L” Cars #2867 + 2868

DCC/Sound • 75th Anniversary White & Green Scheme • 2-Car Set

Celebrate a special piece of Chicago transit history with Rapido’s beautifully detailed CTA 2600-series “L” cars in the striking 75th Anniversary White & Green scheme.

Product Overview

Rapido’s HO scale CTA 2600-series “L” cars bring the energy and character of Chicago rapid transit to life with outstanding detail, lighting, and DCC/Sound operation. This 2-car set represents cars #2867 and #2868 in the commemorative 75th Anniversary White & Green scheme, making it one of the most visually distinctive releases in the series. Featuring one powered car and one unpowered car, this set combines smooth operation with illuminated signboards, directional marker lights, detailed interiors, and full onboard sound for a premium transit modeling experience.

CTA 75th Anniversary Cars

The CTA 2600-series fleet became one of the defining generations of Chicago “L” equipment, serving riders throughout the city for decades. Built by Budd with durable stainless-steel construction, these cars became closely associated with the look and sound of everyday rapid transit operations across Chicago.

This special 75th Anniversary White & Green scheme celebrated the long history of the Chicago Transit Authority with a bold commemorative appearance that stood out immediately from the standard fleet. Rapido’s model captures that unique presentation in HO scale with fully illuminated details, detailed underbody equipment, and DCC/Sound operation that helps bring this memorable transit tribute to life.

Product Features

•CTA 2600 Budd Series 'L' Cars features:

•NEWLY ADDED! Unpowered 2-car sets to lengthen your L train!

•Two-car sets feature one powered and one unpowered 2600-series car

•Power car uses coreless truck motors

•Fully detailed interior includes amazing seat and decoration details

•Operating headlights, marker lights and interior lighting on both ends

•Working “destination” marker lights with directional on both ends

•Lighted front and rear signboards

•Fully detailed underbodies

•Wire grab irons

•DC/DCC ready or Dual-Mode DCC/Sound

•Suggested minimum radius: 12”

Why We Love This Model

Anniversary and commemorative schemes always bring extra personality to a model, and this CTA 75th Anniversary set is no exception. The white and green presentation immediately stands out while still feeling authentically Chicago. Combined with Rapido’s excellent lighting package, detailed interiors, smooth-running coreless motor drive, and DCC/Sound operation, this release feels both collectible and highly functional on a transit-focused layout.

Reserve Yours for This Limited Production Run

Add one of the most eye-catching CTA 2600-series releases to your HO scale collection with this 75th Anniversary White & Green DCC/Sound set from Rapido. From its commemorative appearance to its illuminated details and smooth transit operation, this release is a standout addition for Chicago “L” fans and urban transit modelers alike.

This is a Pre-Order Item

This is a pre-order-only production—quantities are limited and based on reservations.

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