Broadway Limited Imports HO Scale EMD GP35 Soo Line #1776 Bicentennial - DC/Stealth - DCC Ready – BLI10020

Broadway Limited Imports HO Scale EMD GP35 – Soo Line #1776 Bicentennial – Stealth DCC Ready

Add a piece of American railroad history to your HO scale layout with the Broadway Limited Imports EMD GP35 Soo Line #1776, featuring the railroad's distinctive red, white, and blue Bicentennial paint scheme. Produced to commemorate America's 200th anniversary in 1976, this patriotic locomotive offers a unique addition to Soo Line operations or any collection of Bicentennial-themed railroad equipment.

Part of Broadway Limited Imports' Stealth Series, this HO scale GP35 features detailed construction, a precision drive mechanism, and DCC-ready electronics without factory-installed sound. It's an excellent option for model railroaders who prefer traditional DC operation or want to install their own DCC decoder and sound system.

Prototype History – EMD GP35

Introduced in 1963, the Electro-Motive Division GP35 was a 2,500-horsepower, four-axle diesel-electric locomotive powered by EMD's turbocharged 567D3A prime mover. Built through 1966, the GP35 became a familiar sight on railroads throughout North America, handling road freight, local assignments, and general-purpose service.

During the United States Bicentennial celebration in 1976, several American railroads decorated locomotives in special patriotic paint schemes. Soo Line GP35 #1776 carried a commemorative Bicentennial appearance, making it a distinctive example of this colorful period in railroad history.

Model Features

• HO Scale (1:87.1) EMD GP35 diesel-electric locomotive
• Road Name: Soo Line
• Road Number: 1776
• Paint Scheme: Bicentennial red, white, and blue
• Stealth Series: No Sound, DCC Ready
• Designed for DC operation with provisions for installing a compatible DCC decoder
• Factory-installed speaker for optional sound decoder installation
• Precision drive mechanism for smooth operation
• Die-cast chassis for added weight and traction
• All-wheel electrical pickup
• Directional LED headlights
• Detailed locomotive body with separately applied components
• Road-specific detailing and accurate paint and lettering
• Metal couplers compatible with standard HO scale knuckle couplers

Stealth Series – DCC Ready, No Sound

This Stealth Series GP35 is supplied without a factory-installed DCC decoder or sound system. The locomotive is designed for conventional DC operation out of the box, while its DCC-ready electronics allow modelers to install a compatible decoder of their choosing. A factory-installed speaker provides a convenient starting point for those planning to add sound.

This configuration is ideal for hobbyists who want control over their decoder selection while enjoying the detailing and operating characteristics of a Broadway Limited Imports locomotive.

Expand Your HO Scale Locomotive Fleet

Whether you're recreating Soo Line freight operations, modeling the American Bicentennial era, or collecting commemorative railroad locomotives, the Broadway Limited GP35 #1776 offers a distinctive addition to your HO scale roster.

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Manufacturer: Broadway Limited Imports
Manufacturer Part Number: 10020
FSH SKU: BLI10020
Scale: HO (1:87.1)
Locomotive: EMD GP35
Road Name: Soo Line
Road Number: 1776
Paint Scheme: Bicentennial
Control: DC / DCC Ready
Sound: Not Included