Kato 176-1979-S | EMD SD70M - Union Pacific #1979 We Are One - ESU LokSound DCC Sound | N Scale

Description

Run iconic Union Pacific power with full sound on your N scale layout. Kato's EMD SD70M in the commemorative #1979 "We Are One" scheme comes factory-equipped with an ESU LokSound 5 DCC sound decoder, delivering UP's 4,000-horsepower presence with realistic EMD prime-mover audio, horn, bell, and dynamic brake effects right out of the box.

Specifications
Brand Kato
Item Number 176-1979-S
Scale N (1:160)
Road Name Union Pacific
Road Number #1979 "We Are One"
Prototype EMD SD70M, flat radiator
Power 4,000 horsepower
Decoder ESU LokSound 5, DCC with sound (factory installed)
Motor Five-pole with dual brass flywheels
Couplers Kato knuckle couplers
Lighting Directional LED headlights
Condition New
Features
  • Factory-installed ESU LokSound 5 DCC sound decoder
  • Realistic EMD diesel prime-mover sound, horn, bell, and dynamic brake
  • Runs on both DC and DCC layouts (full features and sound control on DCC)
  • Union Pacific #1979 "We Are One" commemorative paint
  • Smooth five-pole motor with dual brass flywheels
  • Directional LED headlights and Kato knuckle couplers
  • Scale: N (1:160)
Frequently Asked Questions

Is sound included?
Yes. It ships with a factory-installed ESU LokSound 5 DCC sound decoder, ready to run.

Will it run on a DC layout?
Yes. The LokSound decoder operates on DC with basic sound; full sound and function control are available on a DCC system.

What scale is this?
N scale (1:160).

Does it have working lights?
Yes, directional LED headlights are built in.

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SKU: 176-1979-S
Barcode: 4949727693521

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    Description

    Run iconic Union Pacific power with full sound on your N scale layout. Kato's EMD SD70M in the commemorative #1979 "We Are One" scheme comes factory-equipped with an ESU LokSound 5 DCC sound decoder, delivering UP's 4,000-horsepower presence with realistic EMD prime-mover audio, horn, bell, and dynamic brake effects right out of the box.

    Specifications
    Brand Kato
    Item Number 176-1979-S
    Scale N (1:160)
    Road Name Union Pacific
    Road Number #1979 "We Are One"
    Prototype EMD SD70M, flat radiator
    Power 4,000 horsepower
    Decoder ESU LokSound 5, DCC with sound (factory installed)
    Motor Five-pole with dual brass flywheels
    Couplers Kato knuckle couplers
    Lighting Directional LED headlights
    Condition New
    Features
    • Factory-installed ESU LokSound 5 DCC sound decoder
    • Realistic EMD diesel prime-mover sound, horn, bell, and dynamic brake
    • Runs on both DC and DCC layouts (full features and sound control on DCC)
    • Union Pacific #1979 "We Are One" commemorative paint
    • Smooth five-pole motor with dual brass flywheels
    • Directional LED headlights and Kato knuckle couplers
    • Scale: N (1:160)
    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is sound included?
    Yes. It ships with a factory-installed ESU LokSound 5 DCC sound decoder, ready to run.

    Will it run on a DC layout?
    Yes. The LokSound decoder operates on DC with basic sound; full sound and function control are available on a DCC system.

    What scale is this?
    N scale (1:160).

    Does it have working lights?
    Yes, directional LED headlights are built in.

    Explore More

    Browse more N Scale Trains & Track and N Scale Locomotives.

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