{"product_id":"pre-order-910-28041431","title":"[Pre-Order] WalthersMainline 910-28041431 | EMD SD70ACe - Standard DC - Norfolk Southern America250 The Freedom #250 | HO Scale","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMD developed the SD70ACe in the early 2000s, adding the emissions equipment needed to meet EPA standards to the proven SD70 platform. It is a front-line road engine for the big Class I railroads and still leads heavy freight across the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis WalthersMainline model is Norfolk Southern America250 The Freedom #250, in standard DC with a 21-pin socket and speaker already in place for a decoder upgrade. Heavy die-cast frame, all-wheel drive and brass flywheels make it a strong, smooth runner for modern freight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003ePre-Order Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpected release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter 2028\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePayment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePay in full, or reserve with a 10% deposit. Your choice at checkout.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWalthersMainline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e910-28041431\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHO (1:87)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMD SD70ACe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoad Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorfolk Southern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoad Number \/ Scheme\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerica250 The Freedom #250\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard DC, 21-pin DCC decoder socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstant, directional LED headlight; operating LED ditch lights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll-wheel drive and pickup, dual brass flywheels, 14:1 helical gears\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy die-cast metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18\" (22\" recommended)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCouplers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProto MAX metal knuckle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRP-25 metal, runs on code 70, 83 or 100 rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficially licensed America250(TM) product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-applied separate grab irons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalthers matches the nose door, truck type and headlight position to each paint scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstant, directional LED headlight and operating LED ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy die-cast metal frame for weight and pulling power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalthersProto drive: all-wheel drive and electrical pickup, dual machined brass flywheels, 14:1 helical-cut gears for smooth single or multiple-unit running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21-pin DCC decoder socket and a factory-installed speaker, ready for a sound decoder upgrade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProto MAX metal knuckle couplers and RP-25 metal wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eMore in This Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery WalthersMainline EMD SD70ACe we have on pre-order, in DC and LokSound versions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/products\/pre-order-910-28041411\"\u003e910-28041411 Norfolk Southern America250 The Bell #1776 - DC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/products\/pre-order-910-28041412\"\u003e910-28041412 Norfolk Southern America250 The Bell #1776 - LokSound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/products\/pre-order-910-28041421\"\u003e910-28041421 Norfolk Southern America250 Lady Liberty #2026 - DC\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/products\/pre-order-910-28041422\"\u003e910-28041422 Norfolk Southern America250 Lady Liberty #2026 - LokSound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/products\/pre-order-910-28041432\"\u003e910-28041432 Norfolk Southern America250 The Freedom #250 - LokSound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen will it ship?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWalthers expects this run in Winter 2028. We ship it the day it reaches us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the pre-order work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePick your terms at checkout: pay in full, or pay a 10% deposit with the balance invoiced before it ships. Either way your unit is held for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I add DCC and sound later?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It has a 21-pin decoder socket and a speaker already installed, so a plug-in 21-pin sound decoder is a simple upgrade. The LokSound version is also listed if you would rather have it factory installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat curves will it handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWalthers lists an 18\" minimum radius, with 22\" or broader recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the photo show this exact road number?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot always. Walthers supplies one photo per paint scheme, so the number on the model in the image may differ from the one you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/collections\/locomotives\"\u003eLocomotives\u003c\/a\u003e, the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/collections\/walthersmainline\"\u003eWalthersMainline\u003c\/a\u003e range, and everything on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/collections\/pre-orders\"\u003ePre-Order\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WalthersMainline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50943123980543,"sku":"910-28041431","price":165.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0443\/5968\/0161\/files\/910-28041431_01.jpg?v=1793965039","url":"https:\/\/squeakystrains.com\/products\/pre-order-910-28041431","provider":"Squeaky's Trains \u0026 Things","version":"1.0","type":"link"}