KATO USA
Precision Railroad Models
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.
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
Single Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot
Road #
5887
Msrp
$110
Stock #
Description
Single Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot
Road #
5898
Msrp
$110
Stock #
Description
Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot
Road #
947
Msrp
$110
Description
Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot
Road #
949
Msrp
$110
Stock #
Description
Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot
Road #
947B
Msrp
$100
Stock #
Description
Single Headlight, Dynamic Brakes, Straight Pilot
Road #
949B
Msrp
$100
Stock #
Description
Dual Headlight, Non-Dynamic Brakes, Chin Pilot
Road #
5022-B
Msrp
$110
* MSRP is estimated and subject to change upon release
