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Category:Model BUDD RDC1 Phase 2

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Budd RDC-1 Phase 2

The prototype Phase 2 RDC was introduced in 1956.[1]Changes included smaller windows on the ends of the cars, a flush pilot, restroom windows omitted, changes to the radiator screen on the roof, cast trucks, wheel diameter increased from 33 to 34 inches, an increase from 275 to 300 hp, roof over cab changed to a more curved design with a raised housing for headlights, number boards moved from the sides to above cab windows, and upgraded air conditioning. [2][3]

CP RDC-1 Phase 2 cars were no's 9058-9072.

Model RDC-1 Phase 2

Hallmark imported RDC-1, 2, 3 and 4 Phase 2 models in the 1980's.

Gallery


References and Footnotes

  1. Duke, Donald and Keilty, Edmund. RDC: The Budd Rail Diesel Car. P. 85.
  2. Duke, Donald and Keilty, Edmund. RDC: The Budd Rail Diesel Car. P. 85
  3. Crouse, Chuck. Budd Car: The RDC Story. 1990. The Weekend Chief Publishing Company. p. 17.

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