PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The Kato 176-8966 brings the GE Evolution Series ES44AC GEVO diesel locomotive to your N scale layout in Union Pacific livery as road #5454. This standard DC version features Kato's smooth-running five-pole motor with dual brass flywheels, directional LED headlights, and a finely-detailed body decked out in the Armour Yellow with US Flag and Building America heritage scheme. It's drop-in DCC-ready, giving you a powerful prototype-faithful UP roadster that's an easy upgrade path into sound and DCC later.
Specifications
| Brand | Kato |
| Item Number | 176-8966 |
| Scale | N (1:160) |
| Road Name | Union Pacific (Armour Yellow / Building America) |
| Road Number | 5454 |
| Locomotive Type | Diesel (GE ES44AC GEVO) |
| Power Type | DC (DCC-ready) |
| Era | Modern (2003-present) |
| Minimum Curve Radius | 9 3/4" |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
Features
- Five-pole motor with dual brass flywheels for smooth, slow-speed operation.
- Directional LED headlights and ditch lights for prototypical lighting.
- Highly detailed shell with separately applied grab irons, MU hoses, and windshield wipers.
- Wheel profiles compatible with Code 55 and larger rail.
- Drop-in DCC-ready: swap the lighting board for any Kato-compatible decoder for sound and DCC operation.
- Kato magnetic knuckle couplers fitted at both ends.
- Authentic Union Pacific Armour Yellow paint scheme with US Flag and Building America graphics.
FAQ
Is this locomotive DCC-equipped?
No, it ships as a Standard DC analog locomotive. It's drop-in DCC-ready, meaning you can swap the lighting board for a Kato-compatible DCC decoder (sold separately).
What's the minimum curve radius?
9 3/4" minimum, so it'll handle Kato Unitrack R249 and larger curves comfortably.
Will this run on Code 55 track?
Yes - the wheel profile is compatible with Code 55 and larger rail.
What era does this represent?
Modern era, 2003 to present. The ES44AC GEVO is a Tier 2 emissions-compliant locomotive that's still in active service across UP's network.
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Specifications
- Year Manufactured 2026
- MPN 176-8966
- Gauge N
- Rail System Two-Rail System
- Unit Type Unit
- Item Height 1 in
- Features Finescale, Light Function, Painted
- Unit Quantity 1
- Power Type DC
- Assembly Status Ready to Go/Pre-built
- Replica of GE ES44AC Diesel Locomotive
- Wheel Configuration Co-Co
- Scale 1:160
- Control System Analog
- Franchise Model Train
- Brand KATO
- Type Diesel Locomotive
- Corporate Roadname Union Pacific Railroad
- Theme Railroad
- Time Period Manufactured 2020-Now
- Country of Origin Japan
- UPC 4949727703220
Squeaky’s Trains & Things LLC was founded in December of 2019. It was started by our family that has been in love with everything, trains large and small, driven by creativity since we were born. We grew up playing with model trains and watching, learning about and studying different aspects of magnificent locomotives on a daily basis and today we still do.
It also has helped us get through rough times while dealing with being diagnosed on the autism spectrum. Trains and creativity have always helped calm our daily lives while also becoming self-taught on making designs and artwork.
With this our family activity that grew into a really big hobby! We realized local train stores were barely available and we also wanted to start offering other model railroading fans our self-made creations for their enjoyment. We want to help the community around us by providing model railroad supplies and continue the legend of the greatest hobby on earth, model trains and railroading!
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