The Pennsylvania Railroad's Class P5A electric locomotives represent a significant chapter in American railroad history. Built between 1931 and 1935 through collaboration between the PRR, Westinghouse, and General Electric, these 92 mixed-traffic electric engines powered both passenger and freight operations across the Northeast. The P5A class evolved from successful prototypes, featuring the distinctive streamlined steeple-type cab design that influenced later locomotive development including the famous GG1 electrics. With all-wheel electrical pickup and dual-mode capability, Broadway Limited's N scale Paragon4-equipped models capture the authentic engineering and prototypical styling of these legendary electrics.

This Broadway Limited production offers meticulously detailed N scale replicas featuring dual service types: passenger locomotives with smokestacks and classification roof lights, and freight service variants with prototypically accurate styling. Each model presents authentic PRR paint schemes and accurate road numbers, with separately applied details including handrails, grab irons, and operating pantographs. The robust die-cast construction and precision drive mechanism deliver smooth, reliable operation on Code 55, Code 70, and Code 80 track standards for seamless layout integration.

- Paragon4 Sound & Control System featuring ROLLING THUNDER technology
- N scale PRR P5A electric locomotive replica with streamlined steeple cab design
- Dual-Mode DC and DCC operation with integral Paragon4 decoder and Back EMF control
- All-wheel electrical pickup including leading and trailing truck wheels
- Die-cast body and chassis for maximum weight and tractive effort
- Prototypically accurate Pennsylvania Railroad paint schemes and road numbers
- Passenger and freight service variants with road-specific lighting details
- Operating pantographs (unpowered) for authentic appearance
- Separately applied details: handrails, grab irons, smokestacks, class lights, horn, bell
- Prototypical LED light operation with authentic P5A electric locomotive sounds
- Two MicroTrains-compatible couplers for consist operation and layout switching
- Compatible with Code 55, Code 70, and Code 80 model railroad track standards
- Minimum operating radius of 9 inches for typical home layout integration
- Premium-quality painting with authentic PRR lettering and prototypical schemes
- Smooth slow-speed operation with Back EMF motor control technology
- Pro Lighting Mode for individual control of all locomotive lights
- Switcher Mode for precise low-speed yard and shunting operations
- Multiple horn and whistle choices with quillable options for authentic variety
- User-mappable DCC functions with comprehensive programming capabilities
- Compatible with Broadway Limited's BLI CV Setter accessory for advanced tuning