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N EMD SD40-2 Locomotive, IC 6030, Black OP Lifesaver, with Paragon4

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N EMD SD40-2 Locomotive, IC 6030, Black OP Lifesaver, with Paragon4
N EMD SD40-2 Locomotive, IC 6030, Black OP Lifesaver, with Paragon4
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N EMD SD40-2 Locomotive, IC 6030, Black OP Lifesaver, with Paragon4

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Introduced by EMD in January 1972, the SD40-2 is one of the most popular diesel locomotives of all time. Between 1972 and 1989, EMD built nearly 4,000 units.
Key Features
  • Paragon4 Sound & Control System
  • Integral Dual-Mode Decoder with Back EMF
  • Precision Drive Mechanism
  • All Wheel Electrical Pick-up
  • ABS Plastic Body with Die Cast Chassis
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Overview

These 3,000 horsepower machines were found to be more reliable than higher horsepower locomotives, and the SD40-2 became the standard of the industry for several decades.

The SD40-2 shares a common frame with the SD38-2 and the SD45-2. The frame was lengthened to accommodate the new HT-C trucks, which were 1.5 feet longer than the Flexicoil truck found on the SD40's. With a longer frame, but similar sized long hoods, the SD40-2's have distinctive "porches" on either end. These empty areas are good spotting features for SD38-2 and SD40-2 locomotives. The SD40-2 can be further distinguished from the SD38-2 by its three roof-mounted radiator fans and a single large exhaust stack.

There are several variations of SD40-2 in service. In the 2023 production, we are modeling the original standard SD40-2. Broadway Limited is offering models in eleven prototypical paint schemes. Each model is equipped with our Paragon4 DC/DCC Sound and Control System. In addition to the Paragon4 series models, we also offer one road number in each paint scheme in our Stealth Series - these models are No-Sound / DCC-Ready.

Features

  • Paragon4 Sound and Control System featuring ROLLING THUNDER
  • Integral Dual-Mode Decoder with Back EMF for Superb Slow Speed Operation in DC and DCC
  • Precision Drive Mechanism Engineered for Heavy Towing and Smooth Slow Speed Operation
  • All Wheel Electrical Pick-up
  • ABS Plastic Body with Die Cast Chassis for Maximum Tractive Effort
  • Premium Caliber Painting
  • Prototypically Accurate Paint Schemes and Road Numbers
  • Many Separately Applied Details such as Handrails, Grab Irons, Horn, Bell, and Cut Levers
  • Prototypical Light Operation with Separately Controllable Headlight, Rear Light, and Ditch Lights
  • Prototypically Accurate Sounds for an EMD SD40-2 Locomotive
  • Microtrains-compatible Couplers
  • Will Operate on Code 55, Code 70, and Code 80 Rail
  • Minimum Operating Radius: 9 inches

Product Specifications

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