Kato (176-1979S) • EMD SD70M with Flat Radiators • Union Pacific #1979 • "We Are One" Slogan • DCC & Sound • N Scale
Kato (176-1979S) • EMD SD70M with Flat Radiators • Union Pacific #1979 • "We Are One" Slogan • DCC & Sound • N Scale
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EMD SD70M Union Pacific 1979 "We Are One"
N Scale DCC & Sound Equipped Diesel Locomotive
A striking Union Pacific commemorative SD70M featuring the "We Are One" paint scheme, factory-equipped with DCC and sound for modern N scale operation.
Product Overview
The EMD SD70M became one of the defining six-axle freight locomotives of the modern railroad era. Built for heavy mainline service, the SD70M combined the proven performance of EMD's 4,000-horsepower platform with a distinctive wide-nose safety cab and the reliability needed for transcontinental freight operations.
Union Pacific 1979 carries the railroad's striking "We Are One" commemorative paint scheme, created to celebrate the diversity and unity of the Union Pacific workforce. The colorful design stands out dramatically from standard Union Pacific locomotive paint while still maintaining the presence of a contemporary road locomotive. The result is one of the most recognizable and photographed special-paint units operating today.
Kato's all-new SD70M tooling faithfully captures the appearance of these locomotives, including the flat radiator configuration found on Union Pacific examples. Combined with factory-installed DCC and sound, this model delivers both visual impact and operational realism, making it equally appealing for active operators and collectors of modern Union Pacific power.
Whether leading a stack train across the layout, handling manifest freight service, or displayed as part of a modern diesel fleet, UP 1979 brings a unique combination of railroad history, contemporary significance, and outstanding N scale performance.
Product Features
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Why We Love This Model
Union Pacific's "We Are One" locomotive is one of the most meaningful special paint schemes currently operating in North America. Rather than celebrating a specific historical railroad or anniversary, it recognizes the people who keep the railroad moving every day. The bright, modern design gives the locomotive a distinctive look that immediately stands out in any consist.
We also appreciate that Kato selected the SD70M platform for this release. The SD70M is one of the most recognizable freight locomotives of the late 1990s and early 2000s, and it remains an important part of Union Pacific operations. The combination of a proven prototype and a modern commemorative paint scheme makes for a particularly attractive model.
Add in factory-installed DCC and sound, Kato's legendary running qualities, and excellent paint application, and you have a locomotive that looks fantastic on display while delivering outstanding operating performance on the layout.
Add a Modern Union Pacific Commemorative Unit to Your Fleet
Featuring Kato's smooth-running SD70M mechanism, factory-installed DCC and sound, accurate Union Pacific details, and the eye-catching "We Are One" paint scheme, UP 1979 is a standout addition to any contemporary N scale locomotive roster.
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