Description

Each of the Paragon4 Series SD45 models has the newest Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC control system featuring Rolling Thunder, and is equipped with integral GoPack capacitor packs. All models have road-specific details and lighting.

List of individually controllable lights in our EMD SD45 models:

• Headlight
• Rear Light
• Mars Light (SP only)
• Numberboard Lights (Front & Rear)
• Front Classification Lights
• Rear Classification Lights
• Emergency Light (SP only)
• Rotary Beacon (ATSF, BN, UP)
• Cab Light

Road-specific detail options in this production, prototypically accurate for each road name:

• Two short hood options
• Three truck sideframe options
• Three sunshade options
• Dynamic brake hatch style
• Wind Deflector/Mirror
• Cab Window Armrest type
• Cab roof antenna type and location
• Rotary beacon type/location
• Front headlight arrangement type
• Rear number board type
• Radiator fan type
• Four front pilot options
• Four rear pilot options
• AC on cab roof – ATSF only
• Multiple MU Receptacle arrangements
• Prototypically accurate bell placement

Industry-leading Model Features:

• Paragon4 Sound & Control System featuring ROLLING THUNDER
• Integral Dual-Mode Decoder with Back EMF for Superb Slow Speed Operation in DC and DCC
• Precision Drive Mechanism Engineered for Heavy Towing and Smooth Slow Speed Operation
• All Wheel Electrical Pick-up
• ABS Body with Die Cast Chassis for Maximum Tractive Effort
• Premium Caliber Painting
• Prototypically Accurate Paint Schemes and Road Numbers
• Many Separately Applied Details such as Handrails, Grab Irons, Horn, Bell, Wipers, and Etched Metal Grills
• Prototypical Light Operation – accurate for each paint scheme
• Prototypically Accurate Sounds for the EMD SD45 Diesel Locomotive
• Metal Kadee-compatible Couplers (2)
• Will Operate on Code 70, Code 83, and Code 100 Rail
• Minimum Operating Radius: 18 inches

Paragon4 Sound & Control System Features:

• Operates in DC & DCC with improved DC speed control (use DCMaster for DC Sound)
• Built-In extra capacitance to navigate imperfect track
• Pro Lighting Mode offers individual control of all lights on model
• Switcher Mode for precise low speed control
• Record & Play Operation – Records and plays back sounds and movements once or repeatedly for automatic operation
• High Resolution Audio
• Quillable Horn for various whistle lengths and patterns
• Choice of 3 selectable Horns
• Alternate Whistle / Horn where applicable for locomotive with air horn and steam whistle – both the main whistle and alternate can be easily played
• Adjustable bell ringing interval for faster or slower bell
• Numerous user-mappable functions with available keys
• Multiple realistic passenger and crew sounds play on command
• Grade Crossing Automatic Signal
• Automatic Forward / Reverse Signal
• Prime Mover sound intensity varies with load
• Individually adjustable sound volumes for each effect
• EZ Reset Button for quick return to factory default settings