Kato N Scale GE ES44AC GEVO CPKC #9375 DCC – KAT1768957DCC

Kato N Scale GE ES44AC GEVO CPKC #9375 DCC – 176-8957-DCC

Bring the power and distinctive appearance of modern North American freight railroading to your layout with the Kato N Scale GE ES44AC GEVO CPKC #9375 with Factory-Installed DCC (176-8957-DCC). Featuring the striking Canadian Pacific Kansas City red, black, and gold locomotive scheme, this highly detailed N Scale (1:160) model recreates the powerful General Electric Evolution Series ES44AC diesel-electric locomotive.

Equipped with factory-installed Digital Command Control (DCC), Kato's precision five-pole motor, dual brass flywheels, directional LED headlights, illuminated number boards, operating ditch lights, and magnetic knuckle couplers, this GEVO locomotive combines modern prototype detailing with dependable digital model railroad performance.

Unlike the standard DC version, the Kato 176-8957-DCC includes a factory-installed DCC decoder for operation on compatible digital command control layouts. This configuration does not include factory-installed sound.

CPKC #9375 – A Distinctive New Railroad Paint Scheme

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) was established in April 2023 following the combination of Canadian Pacific Railway and Kansas City Southern. The merger created the first single-line railroad network connecting Canada, the United States, and Mexico, establishing an important new transportation corridor for North American freight traffic.

CPKC locomotive #9375 holds a special place in the railroad's history as the first locomotive to receive the company's new CPKC paint scheme. The distinctive design combines Canadian Pacific's recognizable red locomotive appearance and updated beaver-and-shield emblem with black and gold accents inspired by Kansas City Southern.

The new locomotive appearance reflects the combination of two historic North American railroads into a single transportation network. With its bold red body, contrasting black details, and gold striping, CPKC #9375 provides a particularly recognizable subject for contemporary N Scale railroad modeling.

Kato's reproduction captures this distinctive modern railroad appearance, making it an excellent choice for collectors of Canadian Pacific Kansas City equipment and modelers recreating contemporary freight operations.

GE ES44AC GEVO – 4,400 Horsepower Evolution Series Diesel Power

The GE ES44AC belongs to General Electric's Evolution Series, a family of diesel-electric locomotives introduced to meet increasingly stringent emissions requirements while maintaining the horsepower and tractive effort necessary for heavy mainline freight service.

The prototype ES44AC features a GEVO-12 twelve-cylinder diesel engine producing approximately 4,400 horsepower. Developed to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Tier 2 locomotive emissions standards, the Evolution Series provides improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared with earlier generations of diesel locomotives.

The ES44AC uses alternating-current traction motors to provide excellent adhesion and pulling capability for heavy freight operations. Its distinctive enlarged rear radiator section, dual-fan heat exchanger, and modern wide-cab body make the GEVO one of the most recognizable locomotive designs in contemporary North American railroading.

Kato's N Scale reproduction captures the appearance of this powerful six-axle locomotive with carefully applied railroad markings, accurate proportions, and detailed body configurations reflecting prototype specifications.

Factory-Installed DCC for Digital Model Railroad Operation

The Kato 176-8957-DCC CPKC ES44AC #9375 includes a factory-installed DCC decoder, allowing model railroaders to operate the locomotive on compatible Digital Command Control systems without purchasing and installing a separate decoder.

DCC operation provides independent digital control of locomotive speed and direction, making this GEVO well suited for layouts featuring multiple locomotives, modern freight operations, and digitally controlled mainline train movements.

The factory-equipped decoder makes this configuration a convenient choice for modelers who want Kato's dependable ES44AC mechanism with digital operation already installed.

Please Note: This is the DCC-equipped version without factory-installed sound. Customers seeking a sound-equipped model can explore the separately available Kato 176-8957-S DCC/Sound configuration.

Powerful Kato Five-Pole Motor with Dual Brass Flywheels

The Kato N Scale GE ES44AC features a precision-engineered five-pole motor with dual brass flywheels, designed to provide smooth acceleration, dependable low-speed performance, and consistent operation.

The dual-flywheel drivetrain helps maintain smooth movement during changes in speed, making this locomotive suitable for realistic freight train operations and multiple-unit locomotive consists.

Whether hauling modern intermodal equipment, grain hoppers, tank cars, autoracks, or mixed merchandise trains, the Kato ES44AC delivers the reliable mechanical performance expected from the manufacturer's N Scale diesel locomotive lineup.

Directional LED Headlights, Illuminated Number Boards, and Ditch Lights

Kato equips the GE ES44AC CPKC #9375 with detailed lighting features designed to enhance the locomotive's appearance during operation.

• Directional LED Headlights: Provide realistic locomotive illumination during operation.
• Illuminated Number Boards: Preprinted locomotive number boards feature illumination for enhanced prototype detail.
• Illuminated Ditch Lights: Recreate the distinctive front-end lighting found on modern North American freight locomotives.

These lighting features complement the locomotive's detailed GEVO body and striking CPKC paint scheme, making it an attractive addition to modern N Scale freight yards, industrial districts, and mainline railroad layouts.

Detailed GEVO Body and Kato Magnetic Knuckle Couplers

Kato's ES44AC model captures the distinctive design of General Electric's Evolution Series locomotives, including the modern wide cab, enlarged rear radiator section, six-axle truck arrangement, and railroad-specific exterior details.

The locomotive features Kato magnetic knuckle couplers for coupling with compatible N Scale freight equipment, allowing modelers to assemble realistic contemporary freight trains.

Kato N Scale ES44AC CPKC #9375 DCC Features

• Highly detailed N Scale (1:160) GE ES44AC Evolution Series diesel locomotive
• Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railroad markings
• Locomotive road number 9375
• Distinctive CPKC red, black, and gold paint scheme
• Representation of the first locomotive to receive the new CPKC livery
• Factory-installed DCC decoder
• Digital locomotive control on compatible DCC systems
• Powerful five-pole Kato motor
• Dual brass flywheels for smooth operation
• Directional LED headlights
• Illuminated, preprinted number boards
• Illuminated ditch lights
• Kato magnetic knuckle couplers
• Detailed GE Evolution Series locomotive body
• Railroad-specific body configurations
• Distinctive oversized GEVO radiator section
• Six-axle C-C locomotive configuration
• Designed for contemporary N Scale freight operations
• No factory-installed sound

Perfect for Modern CPKC Freight Operations

The Kato CPKC ES44AC #9375 is an excellent choice for model railroaders recreating contemporary North American freight operations. Its recognizable GEVO body design, factory-installed DCC, and distinctive Canadian Pacific Kansas City paint scheme make it suitable for modern freight layouts representing railroad operations throughout Canada, the United States, and Mexico.

Pair this locomotive with modern intermodal cars, covered hoppers, tank cars, autoracks, and mixed merchandise equipment to recreate realistic mainline freight movements.

For additional locomotive power, combine CPKC #9375 with the Kato N Scale CPKC ES44AC #4805 DCC Locomotive to recreate multiple-unit diesel consists commonly seen on heavy freight trains.

Explore More Kato N Scale GEVO Locomotives

Expand your modern diesel locomotive roster with our Kato N Scale GEVO Locomotives Collection, featuring GE ES44AC, ES44DC, and other Evolution Series locomotives representing major North American railroads.

Looking for a different control configuration? Explore the Kato N Scale CPKC #9375 ES44AC DC Locomotive for standard DC operation, or browse our GEVO collection for additional DCC and DCC/Sound locomotives.

Discover additional locomotives and rolling stock in our Kato Model Trains Collection, or browse our complete selection of Model Trains and Railroad Equipment at Fusion Scale Hobbies.

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Kato USA
• Manufacturer Part Number: 176-8957-DCC
• Fusion Scale Hobbies SKU: KAT1768957DCC
• Scale: N Scale (1:160)
• Railroad: Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC)
• Road Number: 9375
• Locomotive Model: GE ES44AC
• Locomotive Family: GE Evolution Series (GEVO)
• Paint Scheme: CPKC Red, Black, and Gold
• Prototype Horsepower: 4,400 HP
• Prototype Engine: GEVO-12
• Wheel Arrangement: C-C (Six Axles)
• Control: Factory-Installed DCC
• Factory Sound: No
• Motor: Five-Pole Kato Motor
• Flywheels: Dual Brass Flywheels
• Lighting: Directional LED Headlights, Illuminated Number Boards, and Ditch Lights
• Couplers: Kato Magnetic Knuckle Couplers

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kato ES44AC CPKC #9375 factory equipped with DCC?

Yes. Kato 176-8957-DCC includes a factory-installed DCC decoder for operation on compatible Digital Command Control systems.

Does Kato 176-8957-DCC include sound?

No. This configuration includes factory-installed DCC without sound. The separately available 176-8957-S version includes DCC/Sound.

What is special about CPKC locomotive #9375?

CPKC #9375 was the first locomotive to receive the railroad's new corporate paint scheme, featuring a red body, updated beaver-and-shield emblem, and black and gold accents inspired by Kansas City Southern.

What is the difference between Kato 176-8957 and 176-8957-DCC?

The 176-8957 is the standard DC version with a DCC-ready mechanism. The 176-8957-DCC includes a factory-installed DCC decoder. Both represent CPKC GE ES44AC locomotive #9375.

Does this locomotive have illuminated ditch lights?

Yes. Kato equips this ES44AC with illuminated ditch lights, directional LED headlights, and illuminated preprinted number boards.

What is a GE ES44AC GEVO locomotive?

The GE ES44AC is a six-axle, 4,400-horsepower diesel-electric locomotive from General Electric's Evolution Series. It features a GEVO-12 diesel engine and AC traction motors for efficient, high-tractive-effort freight operation.

Can this locomotive operate with other DCC-equipped GEVO locomotives?

Yes. Compatible DCC-equipped locomotives can be configured for multiple-unit consisting using appropriate DCC decoder settings and control systems, allowing modelers to recreate modern freight trains powered by multiple locomotives.