Broadway Limited 9987 | EMD SD70ACe Norfolk Southern #1231 "Atlanta" Office Car Special - Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC | N Scale
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Description
Norfolk Southern #1231 wears a red and black Office Car Special scheme and carries the name "Atlanta". Broadway Limited's N scale EMD SD70ACe brings it to life with Paragon4 sound that works on both DC and DCC, a standout lead for an NS business train or a modern freight.
Specifications
| Brand | Broadway Limited Imports |
| Item Number | 9987 |
| Scale | N (1:160) |
| Model | EMD SD70ACe |
| Road Name | Norfolk Southern |
| Road Number | 1231 |
| Paint Scheme | Red and black Office Car Special scheme, named "Atlanta" |
| Control | Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC with Rolling Thunder, runs on DC or DCC out of the box |
| Construction | Plastic body, die-cast chassis |
| Couplers | Micro-Trains compatible |
| Minimum Radius | 9 3/4 in recommended (BLI lists 9 in) |
| UPC | 840396399872 |
| Condition | New |
Features
- Paragon4 sound decoder with back EMF motor control, operates on DC or DCC with full sound.
- Extra capacitor pack keeps sound and lights running over dirty track and dead spots.
- Pro Lighting Mode for prototypical light control.
- Switcher Mode and Record and Play functions.
- Three switchable horns, plus a playable horn that sounds for as long as you hold the button.
- Rolling Thunder compatible for low-frequency rumble through a separate receiver.
- Precision drive with electrical pickup on all wheels.
- Plastic body on a die-cast chassis for weight and pulling power.
- Separately applied handrails, grab irons and bell.
- Cab, headlight, sunshade and roof details matched to the prototype.
- Micro-Trains compatible couplers front and rear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it need DCC to make sound?
No. Paragon4 plays sound on a standard DC power pack as well as on DCC, where you get full control of every sound and lighting function.
What is the minimum radius?
Broadway Limited lists 9 inches. We recommend 9 3/4 inches or broader for the most reliable running, especially with long freight trains.
What track does it run on?
Code 55, Code 70 and Code 80 N scale track, including Kato Unitrack.
Is the road number the one shown in the photos?
The photos are Broadway Limited's official images. This item is Norfolk Southern #1231.
Is there a no-sound version?
Yes, see the Also Available section below.
Also Available
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Specifications
| Scale | N Scale |
|---|---|
| Road name | Norfolk Southern |
| Type | Diesel Locomotive |
| Engine style | SD70ACe |
| Control | DC, DCC & Sound |
| Sound | EMD Diesel |
| Era | Modern |
| TCA grading | C-10 Mint—Brand New |
| Color | Black |
| Manufacturer | Broadway Limited Imports |
| Part # | 187-9987 |