{"product_id":"kat1768957dcc","title":"Kato N Scale GE ES44AC GEVO CPKC #9375 DCC – KAT1768957DCC","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKato N Scale GE ES44AC GEVO CPKC #9375 DCC – 176-8957-DCC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBring the power and distinctive appearance of modern North American freight railroading to your layout with the \u003cstrong\u003eKato N Scale GE ES44AC GEVO CPKC #9375 with Factory-Installed DCC (176-8957-DCC)\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with \u003cstrong\u003efactory-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\u003c\/strong\u003e, this GEVO locomotive combines modern prototype detailing with dependable digital model railroad performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCPKC #9375 – A Distinctive New Railroad Paint Scheme\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCanadian 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPKC locomotive #9375 holds a special place in the railroad's history as the first locomotive to receive the company's new CPKC paint scheme.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKato'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGE ES44AC GEVO – 4,400 Horsepower Evolution Series Diesel Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe prototype ES44AC features a \u003cstrong\u003eGEVO-12 twelve-cylinder diesel engine producing approximately 4,400 horsepower\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKato'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFactory-Installed DCC for Digital Model Railroad Operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKato 176-8957-DCC CPKC ES44AC #9375\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDCC 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory-equipped decoder makes this configuration a convenient choice for modelers who want Kato's dependable ES44AC mechanism with digital operation already installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePowerful Kato Five-Pole Motor with Dual Brass Flywheels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kato N Scale GE ES44AC features a precision-engineered \u003cstrong\u003efive-pole motor with dual brass flywheels\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to provide smooth acceleration, dependable low-speed performance, and consistent operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDirectional LED Headlights, Illuminated Number Boards, and Ditch Lights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKato equips the GE ES44AC CPKC #9375 with detailed lighting features designed to enhance the locomotive's appearance during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirectional LED Headlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide realistic locomotive illumination during operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIlluminated Number Boards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Preprinted locomotive number boards feature illumination for enhanced prototype detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIlluminated Ditch Lights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recreate the distinctive front-end lighting found on modern North American freight locomotives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed GEVO Body and Kato Magnetic Knuckle Couplers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKato'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe locomotive features \u003cstrong\u003eKato magnetic knuckle couplers\u003c\/strong\u003e for coupling with compatible N Scale freight equipment, allowing modelers to assemble realistic contemporary freight trains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKato N Scale ES44AC CPKC #9375 DCC Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly detailed N Scale (1:160) GE ES44AC Evolution Series diesel locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railroad markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocomotive road number 9375\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive CPKC red, black, and gold paint scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepresentation of the first locomotive to receive the new CPKC livery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed DCC decoder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital locomotive control on compatible DCC systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful five-pole Kato motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual brass flywheels for smooth operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional LED headlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated, preprinted number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated ditch lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKato magnetic knuckle couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed GE Evolution Series locomotive body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRailroad-specific body configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive oversized GEVO radiator section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix-axle C-C locomotive configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for contemporary N Scale freight operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo factory-installed sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Modern CPKC Freight Operations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePair this locomotive with modern intermodal cars, covered hoppers, tank cars, autoracks, and mixed merchandise equipment to recreate realistic mainline freight movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor additional locomotive power, combine CPKC #9375 with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kat1768956dcc\"\u003eKato N Scale CPKC ES44AC #4805 DCC Locomotive\u003c\/a\u003e to recreate multiple-unit diesel consists commonly seen on heavy freight trains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More Kato N Scale GEVO Locomotives\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpand your modern diesel locomotive roster with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kato-n-scale-gevos\"\u003eKato N Scale GEVO Locomotives Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, featuring GE ES44AC, ES44DC, and other Evolution Series locomotives representing major North American railroads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a different control configuration? Explore the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kat1768957\"\u003eKato N Scale CPKC #9375 ES44AC DC Locomotive\u003c\/a\u003e for standard DC operation, or browse our GEVO collection for additional DCC and DCC\/Sound locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover additional locomotives and rolling stock in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kato\"\u003eKato Model Trains Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse our complete selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/trains\"\u003eModel Trains and Railroad Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e at Fusion Scale Hobbies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kato USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176-8957-DCC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFusion Scale Hobbies SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e KAT1768957DCC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e N Scale (1:160)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9375\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e GE ES44AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e GE Evolution Series (GEVO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e CPKC Red, Black, and Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrototype Horsepower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4,400 HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrototype Engine:\u003c\/strong\u003e GEVO-12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheel Arrangement:\u003c\/strong\u003e C-C (Six Axles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-Installed DCC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory Sound:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five-Pole Kato Motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlywheels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual Brass Flywheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Directional LED Headlights, Illuminated Number Boards, and Ditch Lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCouplers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kato Magnetic Knuckle Couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Kato ES44AC CPKC #9375 factory equipped with DCC?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Kato 176-8957-DCC includes a factory-installed DCC decoder for operation on compatible Digital Command Control systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes Kato 176-8957-DCC include sound?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This configuration includes factory-installed DCC without sound. The separately available 176-8957-S version includes DCC\/Sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is special about CPKC locomotive #9375?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCPKC #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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between Kato 176-8957 and 176-8957-DCC?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this locomotive have illuminated ditch lights?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Kato equips this ES44AC with illuminated ditch lights, directional LED headlights, and illuminated preprinted number boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a GE ES44AC GEVO locomotive?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan this locomotive operate with other DCC-equipped GEVO locomotives?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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