{"product_id":"broadway-limited-9886-ge-es44ac-csx-1869-co-heritage-n-scale","title":"Broadway Limited 9886 | GE ES44AC CSX #1869 C\u0026O Heritage - Paragon4 Sound DCC | N Scale","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAdd modern BNSF heritage power to your N scale layout with Broadway Limited's GE ES44AC in CSX road number 1869, decked out in the gorgeous Chesapeake \u0026amp; Ohio \"C\u0026amp;O\" Heritage paint scheme. This Paragon4-equipped model brings dual-mode DC\/DCC operation, factory-installed Rolling Thunder sound, individually controllable lighting, and BLI's heavy-haul precision drive — all in N scale with a 9-inch minimum radius for tight curves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLooking for more N scale locomotives? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/collections\/trains-track\/scale-n\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eN Trains \u0026amp; Track\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/collections\/track-tools-accessories\/scale-n\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eN Track \u0026amp; Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHighly detailed N scale GE ES44AC GEVO in CSX #1869 with C\u0026amp;O Heritage paint — yellow with classic blue accents and gold lettering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eParagon4 sound and control system featuring Rolling Thunder, integral dual-mode decoder with Back EMF for smooth slow-speed operation in DC and DCC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePrecision drive mechanism engineered for heavy towing, all-wheel electrical pickup, ABS body with die-cast chassis for maximum tractive effort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIndividually controllable lights: directional headlight and rear light, cab light, numberboard lights, and front ditch lights.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePro lighting mode for individual light control, switcher mode for precision low-speed control, record \u0026amp; play operation, high-resolution audio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eQuillable horn with multiple selectable options and adjustable bell ringing intervals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMicrotrains-compatible couplers; operates on Code 55, Code 70, and Code 80 rail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMinimum operating radius: 9 inches — fits tight N scale layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: N Scale (1:160)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eMore Information\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBroadway Limited Imports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e9886\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eN Scale (1:160)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCSX (CSXT) — C\u0026amp;O Heritage paint scheme\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1869\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGE ES44AC GEVO Diesel (4,400 hp, 6-axle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDCC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eParagon4 Sound \u0026amp; DCC equipped (DC\/DCC dual-mode)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEra\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModern (2010s–Today)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Curve Radius\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e9 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCouplers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMicrotrains-compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNew in factory packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it run on standard DC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the Paragon4 decoder is a dual-mode design that runs out of the box on any DC powerpack. Sounds and lights work in DC mode too, with improved DC speed control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work with DCC layouts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. The factory-installed Paragon4 sound decoder is fully DCC-capable with quillable horn, configurable bell, individually addressable lights, and Rolling Thunder bass enhancement on supported throttles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the minimum curve radius?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9-inch radius — friendly for tight N scale layouts. For best appearance and reliable operation we still recommend wider curves (11\" or larger) when possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the C\u0026amp;O Heritage paint?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a special CSX scheme honoring predecessor railroad Chesapeake \u0026amp; Ohio. CSX painted a small group of ES44ACs in heritage liveries to mark the company's history — #1869 wears the classic C\u0026amp;O yellow and blue. A great prototype-modern unit with vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Broadway Limited Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48145056268543,"sku":"187-9886","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0443\/5968\/0161\/files\/78650982819690_vydb.jpg?v=1770392143","url":"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/products\/broadway-limited-9886-ge-es44ac-csx-1869-co-heritage-n-scale","provider":"Squeaky's Trains \u0026 Things","version":"1.0","type":"link"}