I have a Spectrum USRA light Mountain 4-8-2 Item # 81601. Can anyone advise me if it is DCC ready or not? Much thanks in advance. Best, Doug
Bachmann advertised Item No. 81601, Spectrum, painted unlettered, USRA 4-8-2 Light Mountain in November 1999 as DCC Ready.
Thanks Hunt for your response on this question. I asked because the original Bachmann Spectrum box for this item says nothing on it about being DCC ready. Moreover I have not taken the loco apart to inspect it myself. I am not really familiar with anything DCC. Anyway thanks again for your answer. Best, Doug
Realize "DCC ready" is short for "DCC ready for a decoder to be installed."
Decoder will be installed in the tender. Look for 8-pin socket with plug or two 3 pin wires in it. This is removed and DCC decoder with 8-pin plug wiring harness installed per direction with the decoder.
Thanks Hunt -- Found the 8 pin socket in the tender. Appreciate your help on this one. Best, Doug.