N EMD E8/E9

Prototype Information:

 

The E8 and E9 diesel locomotives share the similar “bulldog nose” carbody style as the shorter, more popular F7 and were powered by two separate 12-cylinder prime movers (i.e., diesel engines) capable of producing 2250/2400 hp. E8 and E9 locomotives also rode on A-1-A trucks (powered axle-idler axle-powered axle), resulting in an exceptionally smooth ride favored by crews. The E8 and E9 were produced in both A-units and cabless B-units; the A-units were usually built to railroad specification of either single or dual headlight and freight or passenger pilot. Like the F3 and F7 of the same time period, the E8 and E9 were utilized in both passenger and freight service.

 

Model Information:

 

The Kato EMD E8 and E9 locomotive both come in A and B (cabless) variations, similar to that of their smaller F unit sister locomotives.

Model Features:

  • Locomotives will be equipped with a mix of body and truck mounted KATO magnetic knuckle couplers.
  • Locomotives feature directional Golden White LED headlights and illuminated preprinted numberboards where appropriate.
  • C&NW units: Prototypical “blanked” number board spaces to imitate their late appearance.
  • Locomotives have a powerful five pole motor with all wheel electrical pickup and blackened wheels.
  • Locomotives are DCC friendly.
  • Drop in DCC compatible

Available Paint Schemes; click for higher resolution images

Chicago & North Western A-Units

Pennsylvania Rail Road A-Units

Union Pacific "Nose Logo" A-Units (with UP Lettering on nose

Union Pacific B-Units

Union Pacific "Nose Log" A-Units (No UP Lettering on nose)

Current Models

Stock #

Description

Road #

Msrp

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8A Pennsylvania Railroad Five Stripe for Broadway Limited

Single Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

5887

Msrp

$110

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8A Pennsylvania Railroad Five Stripe for Broadway Limited w/ Pre-Installed Digitrax DCC

Single Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

5887

Msrp

$190

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8A Pennsylvania Railroad Five Stripe for Broadway Limited w/ ESU LokSound DCC

Single Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

5887

Msrp

$310

Special Order Only

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8A Pennsylvania Railroad Five Stripe for Broadway Limited

Single Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

5898

Msrp

$110

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8A Pennsylvania Railroad Five Stripe for Broadway Limited w/ Pre-Installed Digitrax DCC

Single Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

5898

Msrp

$190

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8A Pennsylvania Railroad Five Stripe for Broadway Limited w/ ESU LokSound DCC

Road #

5898

Msrp

$310

Special Order Only

Stock #

Description

N EMD E9A Union Pacific for the City of Los Angeles

Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

947

Msrp

$110

Stock #

Description

N EMD E9A Union Pacific for the City of Los Angeles with Digitrax DCC Installed

Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

947

Msrp

$190

Stock #

April 2022

Description

N EMD E9A Union Pacific for the City of Los Angeles

Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

949

Msrp

$110

Stock #

Description

N EMD E9A Union Pacific for the City of Los Angeles with Digitrax DCC Installed

Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

949

Msrp

$190

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8B Union Pacific for the City of Los Angeles

Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

947B

Msrp

$100

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8B Union Pacific for the City of Los Angeles with Digitrax DCC Installed

Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

947B

Msrp

$180

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8B Union Pacific for the City of Los Angeles

Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

949B

Msrp

$100

Stock #

Description

N EMD E8B Union Pacific for the City of Los Angeles with Digitrax DCC Installed

Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot

Road #

949B

Msrp

$180

Stock #

Description

N EMD EAA Chicago & North Western for "400" Train Service

Dual Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Chin Pilot

Road #

5022-B

Msrp

$110

Stock #

Description

N EMD EAA Chicago & North Western for "400" Train Service w/ Pre-Installed Digitrax DCC

Dual Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Chin Pilot

Road #

5022-B

Msrp

$190

Stock #

Description

N EMD EAA Chicago & North Western for "400" Train Service w/ ESU LokSound DCC

Dual Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Chin Pilot

Road #

5022-B

Msrp

$310

Special Order Only

* MSRP is estimated and subject to change upon release