Last Updated: 9 June 2025

Is Bachmann GG1 4842 (65253) 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 65253
Model Year Introduced 2019
Catalogue Page(s) 2019 (162)
Running Number 4842
Name
Operator Pennsylvania Railroad
Livery Brunswick Green
Scale N
DCC Ready
Directional Lighting Yes
Finish Pristine
Length
Min. Curve 11.25" radius +
Details

Prototype

Class GG1
Traction Electric
Year(s) Built 1934-1943
Total Produced 139
Transmission