Kato N Scale Western Pacific EMD F3B DC Locomotive - KAT1761209

Kato N Scale Western Pacific EMD F3B DC Locomotive

Expand your Western Pacific passenger power with the Kato N Scale Western Pacific EMD F3B DC Locomotive (KAT1761209). This powered cabless B-unit is designed to work as part of a multiple-locomotive F-unit consist, making it an excellent addition for operators building Western Pacific passenger trains and recreating California Zephyr service in N Scale.

The EMD F3 was used extensively across North America in both freight and passenger service. Passenger-equipped F-units incorporated steam generators to supply the needs of passenger cars, while their streamlined bodies helped define the appearance of American railroading during the transition to diesel power.

Powered F3B for Reliable DC Operation

Kato equips this F3B with a powerful five-pole motor, all-wheel electrical pickup, and blackened wheels for dependable operation on conventional DC layouts. Its cabless configuration makes the locomotive particularly useful for adding pulling power between or behind matching F3A locomotives, while Kato magnetic knuckle couplers provide reliable connections within the consist.

Expand Your Western Pacific California Zephyr

Find matching locomotives and passenger equipment in our Kato N Scale California Zephyr Collection. You can also browse our Kato N Scale DC Locomotives or explore Kato N Scale Rolling Stock for additional equipment.

Shop our complete Kato N Scale lineup, browse all Kato products, explore the broader N Scale collection, or build a dependable route for your passenger trains with Kato N Scale Unitrack.

Product Features

• Kato N Scale EMD F3B diesel locomotive
• Western Pacific passenger-service decoration
• Powered cabless B-unit configuration
• Conventional DC operation
• Powerful five-pole Kato motor
• All-wheel electrical pickup
• Blackened wheels
• Kato magnetic knuckle couplers
• DCC-friendly mechanism
• Excellent additional motive power for California Zephyr passenger trains
• Manufacturer: Kato USA
• SKU: KAT1761209