Kato N Scale Union Pacific SD40-2 #3218 - DCC - KAT1764829DCC
Kato N Scale Union Pacific SD40-2 #3218 - DCC - KAT1764829DCC
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KATO N Scale EMD SD40-2 Union Pacific #3218 – Factory DCC / Non-Sound
Power your N scale freight operations with the legendary KATO EMD SD40-2 Union Pacific #3218. Finished in Union Pacific’s iconic yellow and gray paint scheme, this highly detailed locomotive delivers the smooth operation, reliable pulling power, and precision engineering that have made KATO locomotives a favorite among model railroaders worldwide.
This locomotive features factory-installed DCC and no sound, making it fully compatible with Digital Command Control layouts right out of the box. The non-sound configuration is perfect for hobbyists who prefer quieter operation or want the flexibility to add their own custom sound decoder later.
Legendary EMD SD40-2 Performance
The EMD SD40-2 is considered one of the most successful diesel locomotives ever built. Known for its durability, reliability, and versatility, the SD40-2 became a standard across North American railroads for decades. Union Pacific relied heavily on SD40-2 locomotives for mainline freight service, local operations, and heavy-haul assignments throughout the western United States.
Union Pacific #3218 captures the appearance of these iconic locomotives with crisp lettering, accurate paint application, and realistic modern diesel detailing, making it an excellent addition to any N scale freight roster.
Features
- Factory-installed DCC decoder
- Non-sound configuration
- Authentic Union Pacific paint scheme
- Road number #3218
- Smooth KATO drive mechanism
- Five-pole motor with dual brass flywheels
- Directional LED headlights
- All-wheel electrical pickup
- Blackened metal wheels
- KATO magnetic knuckle couplers installed
- Excellent low-speed performance
- Detailed EMD SD40-2 body tooling
- Reliable freight hauling capability
Perfect For
- Modern-era N scale freight layouts
- Union Pacific model railroad operations
- DCC-equipped railroad layouts
- N scale diesel locomotive collections
- Mainline freight service
- KATO N scale locomotive fleets
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | KATO USA |
| Scale | N Scale / 1:160 |
| Railroad | Union Pacific |
| Road Number | #3218 |
| Locomotive Type | EMD SD40-2 Diesel Locomotive |
| DCC | Factory Installed DCC |
| Sound | No Sound / Non-Sound |