Kato N Scale F40PH Chicago Metra #157 City of Palatine - DCC - KAT1769107DCC

Kato N Scale F40PH Chicago Metra #157 City of Palatine DCC No Sound Diesel Locomotive

The Kato 176-9107-DCC N Scale F40PH Chicago Metra #157 “City of Palatine” locomotive brings modern Chicago commuter railroading to life with exceptional detail, factory-installed DCC control, and legendary Kato performance. Finished in Metra’s iconic blue, red, and white commuter paint scheme, this highly detailed diesel locomotive is perfect for contemporary passenger layouts, commuter operations, and modern-era N scale railroading.

Modeled after the legendary EMD F40PH commuter locomotive, this release features commuter-specific tooling including over-cab air conditioning details, illuminated number boards, directional lighting for push-pull service, and Golden White LED headlights. Known by railfans as “Screamers” because of their constant high-RPM operation while supplying head-end power to commuter trains, the F40PH remains one of the most recognizable passenger locomotives in North America.

Key Features

• Official Kato 176-9107-DCC F40PH Chicago Metra #157 City of Palatine
• Detailed N Scale commuter diesel locomotive
• Authentic Chicago Metra blue, red, and white commuter paint scheme
• Factory-equipped DCC control (No Sound)
• Golden White LED directional headlights
• Directional front and rear lighting for push-pull commuter operation
• Illuminated preprinted number boards
• Retooled commuter body with over-cab air conditioning unit
• Powerful five-pole motor for smooth operation
• All-wheel electrical pickup for dependable performance
• Blackened metal wheels for enhanced realism
• Body-mounted Kato magnetic knuckle couplers
• Shock absorber construction for superior tracking performance
• Includes alternate snow plow for tight-radius layouts

Perfect for Modern Passenger Railroading

The Metra F40PH is a staple of Chicago commuter railroading and a favorite among passenger train enthusiasts and modern-era model railroaders. Pair this locomotive with Metra commuter coaches and gallery cars to recreate realistic suburban commuter operations on your N scale railroad.

Factory DCC Equipped Performance

This locomotive comes factory-equipped with DCC control without sound, providing advanced digital train control capabilities for smoother operation, realistic speed management, and multi-train layout functionality. Combined with Kato’s precision engineering and ultra-smooth drivetrain performance, this F40PH delivers excellent reliability for both operators and collectors.

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Product Specifications

• Brand: Kato
• Part Number: 176-9107-DCC
• SKU: KAT1769107DCC
• Scale: N Scale (1:160)
• Road Name: Chicago Metra
• Road Number: #157 City of Palatine
• Locomotive Type: EMD F40PH Diesel Locomotive
• DCC: Factory Equipped DCC (No Sound)