Kato 176-6410 SD70MAC Alaska Railroad #4003 Spirit of Moose Pass (blue, yellow) Standard DC N Scale

This Kato 176 - 6410 SD70MAC model represents Alaska Railroad's #4003 Spirit of Moose Pass in blue and yellow, N Scale, Standard DC. The picture might show a different road number. It's based on 4,300 - horsepower road diesel locomotives for freight service. Key features include a nose - mounted headlight, a five - pole motor with dual flywheels, all - wheel electrical pickup, a heavy die - cast metal chassis. The lighting control board can be replaced with a DCC decoder (sold separately). It also has fine decoration, directional LED headlights, and Kato magnetic knuckle couplers.

Using this Kato SD70MAC model is easy. Just connect it to a standard DC power source to get it running on your N scale tracks. When it comes to the lighting, the directional LED headlights will automatically show the direction of movement. If you want to upgrade to DCC operation later, simply swap out the lighting control board with a DCC decoder. Be careful when handling the model as it has a heavy die - cast metal chassis. Avoid dropping it to prevent damage to the delicate parts. For maintenance, regularly clean the wheels and electrical contacts with a soft, dry cloth to ensure smooth operation. Keep it in a cool, dry place when not in use to prevent rust and other damages.