Kato N GE ES44AC GEVO - DCC- Union Pacific #5553 (Armour Yellow Gray US Flag Building America Logo)
N GE ES44AC GEVO - DCC-Ready Union Pacific #5553 (Armour Yellow, Grey, US Flag “Building America” Logo)
Featuring:
- Modern Heavy-Haul Locomotive: Detailed N scale model of GE’s Evolution Series ES44AC, one of the most widely used freight locomotives in North America.
- DCC-Ready Design: Equipped with a factory-installed decoder socket for straightforward Digital Command Control installation.
- Authentic Union Pacific Livery: Finished in Armour Yellow and Grey with the “Building America” slogan and full-width waving US flag.
- Smooth Performance: Precision motor, all-wheel drive, and all-wheel electrical pickup for reliable operation.
Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 15.5 cm
- Width: 2.0 cm
- Height: 3.0 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: N (1:160)
- Prototype: GE ES44AC “GEVO” Diesel-Electric Locomotive
- Road Name: Union Pacific Railroad
- Road Number: 5553
- Era: Contemporary (2000s to present)
- DCC: DCC-ready (decoder not included)
- Motor: Precision can motor with dual flywheels
- Drive: All-wheel drive
- Pickup: All-wheel electrical pickup
- Couplers: Knuckle couplers
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Recommended Age: 14+
Perfect for: N scale modellers recreating modern American freight operations, Union Pacific enthusiasts, and collectors of contemporary diesel locomotives.
Why this model matters
The GE ES44AC is part of General Electric’s Evolution Series, introduced in 2003 to meet stricter emissions standards while delivering over 4,400 horsepower. These locomotives quickly became a backbone of North American railroading.
Union Pacific #5553 carries the railroad’s famous “Building America” branding, complete with the large waving American flag that has become an iconic feature of UP’s modern fleet.
How to use it
Place the locomotive on N scale track and operate it with a standard DC controller. To unlock independent speed control, lighting functions, and advanced operation, install a compatible N scale DCC decoder. Pair it with intermodal, autorack, or unit train rolling stock for realistic modern freight consists.
This is a precision scale model, not a toy. Suitable for collectors and experienced hobbyists aged 14 and over.