{"product_id":"kat1763517","title":"Kato N Scale BNSF GE C44-9W #700 - Swoosh - DC - KAT1763517","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKato N Scale GE C44-9W BNSF #700 Swoosh – DC\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e The Kato 176-3517 GE C44-9W Dash 9 in BNSF #700 Swoosh paint scheme delivers modern freight locomotive performance with the precision engineering and smooth operation that make \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato\"\u003eKato\u003c\/a\u003e one of the most respected names in N Scale railroading. This locomotive is an excellent addition to contemporary freight consists, intermodal operations, and modern western railroad layouts. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Designed for DC operation, this model features Kato’s proven drive mechanism with smooth low-speed control, all-wheel electrical pickup, and dependable pulling power for long modern freight trains. As part of the growing lineup of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato-n-scale-dc-locomotives\"\u003eKato N Scale DC locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e, this Dash 9 is also DCC-friendly for modelers interested in future decoder installation. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eModern BNSF Dash 9 Operations\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e The GE C44-9W became a cornerstone of North American freight railroading during the late 1990s and early 2000s, handling everything from intermodal traffic to heavy unit trains across major Class I railroads. BNSF operated these powerful locomotives extensively throughout its western network in high-priority freight service. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Kato accurately recreates the distinctive wide-cab profile and modern appearance of the Dash 9 platform while featuring BNSF #700 in the recognizable Heritage II “Swoosh” paint scheme. This locomotive pairs perfectly with additional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato-ge-dash-9-locomotives\"\u003eKato GE Dash 9 locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e and contemporary \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato-n-scale-rolling-stock\"\u003eKato N Scale rolling stock\u003c\/a\u003e for prototypical freight train operations. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eN Scale GE C44-9W diesel locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBNSF Railway #700 in Heritage II Swoosh paint scheme\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDC operation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDCC-friendly mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmooth five-pole motor performance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll-wheel electrical pickup\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirectional headlights\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIlluminated ditch lights and number boards\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlackened metal wheels for enhanced realism\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato-n-scale-unitrack\"\u003eKato N Scale Unitrack\u003c\/a\u003e layouts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eModern BNSF freight layouts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntermodal and manifest train operations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eN Scale contemporary railroading\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eModern diesel locomotive consists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollectors of BNSF Heritage II equipment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e Whether leading stack trains across a modern mainline or expanding a contemporary diesel fleet, this locomotive is a strong addition to any \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato-n-scale\"\u003eKato N Scale\u003c\/a\u003e railroad focused on realistic freight operations and dependable performance. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eKato\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eN Scale\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBNSF Railway\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e#700\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eGE C44-9W Dash 9\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDCC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eDCC Friendly\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eDC\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51897296716062,"sku":"KAT1763517","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/6789\/3534\/files\/176-3517-BNSF-Rd-700-scaled-2-1140x758.jpg?v=1779762707","url":"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/products\/kat1763517","provider":"Train Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}