The headliner of GE’s 1993 freight locomotive line was the 6 motor, 4400hp C44-9W “Dash 9.” Slightly longer than its predecessors at 73 feet, 2 inches, the C44-9W used a new HiAd, bolsterless low-weight truck that was designed for better grip on the rails no matter the weather. A split cooling system lowered engine temperatures and fuel consumption as well, granting these locomotives a longer operation life and lower overhead costs.

* Prices are estimated and subject to change upon release
• Lighting ditch lights in the high mounted position – prototypically accurate for these UP/SP style locomotives
• DCC + Sound Friendly with built-in speaker housings in the fuel tank for drop-in installation of the sound system of your choice (also available with pre-installed sound from Kato USA as a special order item)
• 100% ready to run – All detail parts from the smallest grab iron to the long railings on the side are preinstalled from the factory – just put the locomotive on your track and go!