Kato N EMD NW2 Burlington 534

N EMD NW2 Burlington 534 delivers classic American yard-switching performance for N scale railway layouts.

Featuring:

• Authentic Burlington Livery: Decorated as No. 534 in the distinctive paint scheme of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad.
• Compact Yard Switcher: Models the Electro-Motive Division NW2, a versatile diesel locomotive used extensively for shunting and light freight duties.
• N Scale Compatibility: Built to N scale (1:160) for use on standard 9mm gauge track.
• Powered Operation: Motorised chassis provides smooth low-speed running, ideal for switching operations and industrial layouts.

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: N (1:160)
• Gauge: 9mm
• Prototype: EMD NW2 Diesel Switcher
• Railroad: Chicago, Burlington and Quincy (CB&Q)
• Running Number: 534
• Power: Electric motor
• Control: DC analogue
• Material: Injection-moulded plastic with metal chassis components
• Assembly: Ready-to-run
• Paint/Glue: Not required
• Recommended Age: 14+

Perfect for: N scale modellers building American freight yards, industrial railroads, and mid-20th-century Burlington-themed layouts.

Why this locomotive matters

The EMD NW2 was one of the most successful diesel switchers ever produced, with over 1,100 units built between 1939 and 1949. Its dependable 1,000-horsepower engine made it a staple in freight yards across North America. Burlington employed NW2 locomotives for sorting wagons, assembling trains, and handling local freight duties.

How to use it

Place the locomotive on clean N scale track and operate it with a compatible DC controller. The NW2 is ideal for shunting freight cars, working industrial sidings, and adding realistic switching action to compact layouts.

This is a ready-to-run model locomotive. No assembly, paint, or glue is required. It is not a toy.