Kato, 176-6411, N Scale, EMD SD70MAC, With Nose Headlight, Alaskan Railroad "Spirit of North Pole", #4015, DCC Ready

DCC READY:

The "Spirit of the North Pole" is a special paint scheme on the SD70MAC locomotive #4015 of the Alaska Railroad. This locomotive is part of the General Motors Locomotive Group's Electro-Motive Division (EMD) SD70MAC series, which is known for its powerful performance and reliability
The SD70MAC was painted in Painted in December 2023 to celebrate the scenic beauty and heritage of Moose Pass, Alaska

.The EMD SD70MAC is a diesel-electric locomotive built by Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD). It was first introduced in 1993 and a total of 1,109 units were produced until production ended in 2007. The SD70MAC is known for its robust performance and reliability, making it a popular choice for heavy-haul freight services. Many SD70MAC locomotives are still in service, primarily with railroads like BNSF and CSX.

Key Details:

• Horsepower: 4000 HP

• Engine: 16-cylinder EMD 710G3B

• Configuration: AAR C-C (C-C stands for Co-Co)

• Maximum Speed: 70 mph

• Continuous Tractive Effort: 137,000 lbs at 12 mph

• Starting Tractive Effort: 175,500 lbs at 33%

• Length: 74 feet

• Weight: Approximately 415,000 lbs

• Fuel Capacity: 4,890 gallons

• Cooling System: 276 gallons

• Sand Capacity: 56 cubic feet (28 cu. ft. at each end)

• Gauge: Standard gauge (4 ft 8 1/2 in)

The SD70MAC was replaced by the EMD SD70ACe, which began production in 2004 and continues to be manufactured today. The SD70ACe features several improvements over the SD70MAC, including better fuel efficiency and compliance with newer emissions standards.