Prototype Info

The Wabtec ET44AC (Evolution Series Tier 4, AC traction) is a high-horsepower diesel-electric locomotive built by Wabtec Corporation (formerly GE Transportation) to meet the stringent EPA Tier 4 emissions standards. It is part of GE’s Evolution Series (GEVO) and is designed to replace the ES44AC, featuring enhanced fuel efficiency and lower emissions.

There are several variations of the ET44AC, such as the ET44C4 ordered by BNSF. The ET44C4 comes with 4 traction motors instead of the common 6. The middle axles of the ET44C4 are operated by computer control for weight distribution purposes.

On a warm summer afternoon in Palmer Lake, Colorado Atlas’ own Cody Booker caught BNSF ET44C4 #3792 snaking north towards Denver leading a good-sized mixed freight. The commotion of the BNSF ET44C4 locomotive briefly interrupts the game of disc golf in the background.

Features:

• Intricately Detailed Durable ABS Body
• Die-Cast Truck Sides, Pilots and Fuel Tank
• Metal Chassis
• Metal Handrails and Horn
• Moveable Roof Fans
• Metal Body Side Grilles
• Detachable Snow Plow
• (2) Handpainted Engineer Cab Figures
• Authentic Paint Scheme
• Metal Wheels, Axles and Gears
• (2) Remote Controlled Proto-Couplers
• O Scale Kadee-Compatible Coupler Mounting Pads
• Prototypical Rule 17 Lighting
• Directionally Controlled Constant voltage LED Headlights
• Lighted LED Cab Interior Light
• Illuminated LED Number Boards
• Operating LED Ditch Lights
• (2) Precision Flywheel-Equipped Motors
• Operating ProtoSmoke Diesel Exhaust
• Onboard DCC/DCS Decoder
• Locomotive Speed Control In Scale MPH Increments
• Proto-Scale 3-2 3-Rail/2-Rail Conversion Capable
• 1:48 Scale Proportions
• Proto-Sound 3.0 With The Digital Command System Featuring Freight Yard Proto-Effects
• Operates On O-42 Curves
• LED ground lights
• LED pilot lights
• LED marker lights (per appropriate road names)
• LED DPU (designated pusher unit) lights (per appropriate road names)
• BNSF specific trucks (as mentioned above)
• Canadian National models with snow grate walkways
• Road Name specific PTC (Positive Train Control) Antenna Arrays
• Multiple road name specific cab variations
• Multiple road name specific long hood variations

About Atlas O Premier Locomotives

Atlas O Premier locomotives and rolling stock are highly detailed models that faithfully recreate the prototype down to the paint scheme and even railroad-specific details. They are usually offered in two styles--3-Rail and 2-Rail and come equipped with Proto-Sound 3.0 With The Digital Command System Featuring Freight Yard Proto-Effects. Atlas O Premier Locomotives come in a range of models that cover a variety of eras, so no matter what time period you are modeling, you are getting a fantastic-looking and smooth-running locomotive that will serve you well for years to come.

About Atlas Model Railroad Company

The primary mission of Atlas is to produce and offer to the public, multiple scale lines of high quality, model railroad products based on prototype information. Atlas’ philosophy is based on a dedicated commitment to prototype research, design and construction. The desired and demanded goal is to create, market and distribute durable operational scale models utilizing the full range of exacting detail which accurately depicts life-sized objects, while providing exceptional service to Atlas customers. In 1999, Atlas O was founded so that the hallmark of Atlas products in HO & N could be offered to O scale modelers. Since then, the product line has expanded to include a vast library of track pieces, accessories, as well as rolling stock and locomotives.

By keeping up the high standards set by Steve Schaffan those many years ago, Atlas will remain a leader in innovation and technology in the model railroading industry for years to come. Although many things have changed since Atlas incorporation in 1949, they follow the tradition and values of their founders. As Atlas have for the last 50 years, they will continue to produce quality, precision products for the model railroad enthusiast.

Order Due Date: June 27, 2025

Anticipated Delivery Date: March 2026

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