Last Updated: 9 June 2025

Is Bachmann K4 5440 (52854) DCC Ready?

This loco is DCC ready

It is usually just a matter of removing the body and plugging a 6-pin or Next18 decoder into the factory-fitted socket. We can also supply decoders and fit them for you, quickly and cheaply.

Check out our Price List for 'DCC Ready' fitting services in the 'DCC Conversion' section. These models are also often good candidates for DCC Sound Conversion.


Model

Manufacturer Bachmann
Catalogue Number 52854
Model Year Introduced 2019
Catalogue Page(s) 2019 (158)
Running Number 5440
Name
Operator Pennsylvania Railroad
Livery Brunswick Green
Scale N
DCC Sound on Board
Directional Lighting
Finish Pristine
Length
Min. Curve 11.25" radius +
Details

Prototype

Class K4
Traction Steam
Year(s) Built 1914-1928
Total Produced 425
Transmission