{"product_id":"bli-6780-ho-scale-emd-sd40-2-chicago-north-western-cnw-6848-paragon4-dcc","title":"BLI 6780 HO Scale EMD SD40-2 Chicago \u0026 North Western CNW 6848 Paragon4 DCC","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBLI 6780 HO Scale EMD SD40-2 Chicago \u0026amp; North Western CNW 6848 Paragon4 DCC\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced by EMD in January 1972, the SD40-2 is one of the most popular diesel locomotives of all time. Between 1972 and 1989, EMD built and sold nearly 4,000 units. These 3,000 horsepower machines were found to be more reliable than higher-horsepower locomotives, and the SD40-2 quickly became the standard of the industry for several decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SD40-2 shares a common frame with the SD38-2 and the SD45-2. The frame was lengthened to accommodate the new HT-C trucks, which were 1.5 feet longer than the Flexicoil truck found on the SD40's. With a longer frame, but similar sized long hoods, the SD40-2's have distinctive \"porches\" on either end - these empty areas are good spotting features for SD38-2 and SD40-2 locomotives. The SD40-2 can be further distinguished from the SD38-2 by its three roof-mounted radiator fans and a single large exhaust stack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are several variations of SD40-2 in service. In this production, BLI is modeling the original standard SD40-2. BLI is offering 11 distinct paint schemes and one unpainted model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroadway Limited Imports is proud to introduce Paragon4: The new benchmark for premium HO sound-equipped locomotives. These DC and DCC-Sound equipped locomotives feature the ALL-NEW Paragon4 sound and control system. Each Paragon4 locomotive comes with BLI's own integral DCC Decoder factory installed. Paragon4 locomotives offer Dual Mode DC and DCC operation with superb back EMF motor control, improved DC motor control, built-in capacitor pack for more reliable electrical pick-up, industry best on-board sound with Rolling Thunder functionality, Pro Lighting Mode for prototypical light control, Switcher model for precise low speed control, recordable DCC operation for automated playback, and the same excellent detail level as Broadway Limited's Paragon3 Series models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParagon4 Sound \u0026amp; Control System featuring ROLLING THUNDER\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegral Dual-Mode Decoder with Back EMF for Superb Slow Speed Operation in DC and DCC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision Drive Mechanism Engineered for Heavy Towing and Smooth Slow Speed Operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-Pole Can Motor with Skew Wound Armature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Wheel Electrical Pick-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABS Plastic Body with Die Cast Chassis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium Caliber Painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototypically Accurate Paint Schemes and Road Numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany Separately Applied Details such as Handrails, Grab Irons, Fans, Sunshades, Antennas, and More!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-Installed Engineer Figure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototypical Light Operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototypically Accurate Sounds for the EMD SD40-2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal Kadee-compatible Couplers (2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill Operate on Code 70, 83, and 100 rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum Operating Radius: 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParagon4 Sound \u0026amp; Control System Features:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperates in DC \u0026amp; DCC with improved DC speed control (use DCMaster for DC Sound)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-In capacitor pack to navigate imperfect track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacitor Pack automatically disabled on program track for full compatibility with JMRI Decoder Pro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePro Lighting Mode offers individual control of all lights on model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitcher Mode for precise low speed control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord \u0026amp; Play Operation - Records and plays back sounds and movements once or repeatedly for automatic operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Resolution Audio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuillable Whistle for various whistle lengths and patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoice of 3 selectable Horns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternate Whistle \/ Horn where applicable for locomotive with air horn and steam whistle - both the main whistle and alternate can be easily played\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable bell ringing interval for faster or slower bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumerous user-mappable functions with available keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple realistic passenger and crew sounds play on command\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade Crossing Automatic Signal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic Forward \/ Reverse Signal - When activated, stopping triggers and stop whistle toot. When moving forward from a stopped position, toots twice. When moving in reverse. toots three times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrime Mover sound intensity varies with load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually adjustable sound volumes for each effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEZ Reset Button for quick return to factory default settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: Road number may vary from picture shown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BLI (Broadway Limited Imports)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48422048596181,"sku":"BLI6780","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/1972\/4454\/files\/bli-6780-ho-scale-emd-sd40-2-chicago-north-western-cnw-6848-paragon4-dcc-2.webp?v=1720565562","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterosehobbies.com\/products\/bli-6780-ho-scale-emd-sd40-2-chicago-north-western-cnw-6848-paragon4-dcc","provider":"White Rose Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}