HO Scale brass diesel locomotive from Challenger Imports, manufactured in Korea by Samhongsa. Features Chicago Burlington & Quincy EMD E-5A unit in authentic Burlington Route livery. Challenger Imports was renowned for producing high-quality brass models with exceptional detail and magnificent factory paint jobs, considered "collector grade" by enthusiasts.

The EMD E-5A was among the most elegant and successful passenger diesel locomotives ever built, representing the pinnacle of streamlined diesel design. The Burlington Route operated these powerful units on their premier passenger services including the famous Zephyr fleet, providing reliable high-speed passenger service across the Burlington system during the golden age of streamlined railroading.

This model features the ultra-smooth and quiet motors and gearboxes that Samhongsa was known for, along with incredible level of detail including fine-scale features that made Challenger Imports models highly sought after. The model represents the classic "bulldog nose" E-unit design that became synonymous with premium passenger service.