{"product_id":"kat1763518","title":"Kato N Scale BNSF GE C44-9W #796 - Swoosh - DC - KAT1763518","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKato N Scale GE C44-9W BNSF #796 Swoosh – DC\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e The Kato 176-3518 GE C44-9W Dash 9 in BNSF #796 Swoosh paint scheme delivers dependable modern freight performance in a highly detailed N Scale locomotive built for realistic contemporary operations. As part of the premium \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato\"\u003eKato\u003c\/a\u003e locomotive lineup, this model is ideal for hobbyists modeling modern BNSF railroading, intermodal traffic, and heavy freight service across western mainlines. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Designed for DC operation, this locomotive features Kato’s smooth-running drive system with excellent low-speed control, all-wheel electrical pickup, and strong pulling power for long freight consists. Included in the growing selection 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 planning future decoder installations. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eContemporary BNSF Freight Operations\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e The GE C44-9W became one of the most widely used modern freight locomotives in North America, handling intermodal, merchandise, grain, and unit train service for major Class I railroads throughout the late 1990s and 2000s. BNSF utilized these six-axle locomotives extensively across its expansive freight network. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e Kato accurately recreates the wide-cab Dash 9 profile while featuring BNSF #796 in the recognizable Heritage II “Swoosh” paint scheme. This locomotive pairs naturally with additional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato-ge-dash-9-locomotives\"\u003eKato GE Dash 9 locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e and modern \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato-n-scale-rolling-stock\"\u003eKato N Scale rolling stock\u003c\/a\u003e for prototypical freight train operations and contemporary diesel consists. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eN Scale GE C44-9W diesel locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBNSF Railway #796 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 improved 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 service\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eN Scale western railroad modeling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContemporary diesel locomotive consists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollectors of BNSF Heritage II equipment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e Whether leading priority freight trains or expanding a modern diesel fleet, this locomotive is an excellent addition to any \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/collections\/kato-n-scale\"\u003eKato N Scale\u003c\/a\u003e railroad focused on realistic operations and dependable freight 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#796\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":51897311265054,"sku":"KAT1763518","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/6789\/3534\/files\/176-3518-BNSF-Rd-796-scaled-2-1140x758.jpg?v=1779762827","url":"https:\/\/trainsupply.com\/products\/kat1763518","provider":"Train Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}