Introduced by EMD in January 1972, the SD40-2 is one of the most popular diesel locomotives of all time. Between 1972 and 1989, EMD built nearly 4,000 units. These 3,000 horsepower machines were found to be more reliable than higher horsepower locomotives, and the SD40-2 became the standard of the industry for several decades.
The SD40-2 shares a common frame with the SD38-2 and the SD45-2. The frame was lengthened to accommodate the new HT-C trucks, which were 1.5 feet longer than the Flexicoil truck found on the SD40’s. With a longer frame, but similar sized long hoods, the SD40-2’s have distinctive “porches” on either end. These empty areas are good spotting features for SD38-2 and SD40-2 locomotives. The SD40-2 can be further distinguished from the SD38-2 by its three roof-mounted radiator fans and a single large exhaust stack.
There are several variations of SD40-2 in service. In our 2023 production, we are modeling the original standard SD40-2. We are offering models in eleven prototypical paint schemes. In addition to the Paragon4 series models, we also offer one road number in each paint scheme in our Stealth Series – these models are No-Sound / DCC-Ready.
Industry-leading Model Features:
Stealth Series – Model is DCC-Ready out of the box. No sound.
Out of the box, front and rear lights are directional. Other lights are ON with track power.
Model comes with 8 ohm speaker installed for easy installation of DCC/Sound decoder.
Precision Drive Mechanism Engineered for Heavy Towing and Smooth Slow Speed Operation
All Wheel Electrical Pick-up
ABS Body with Die Cast Chassis for Maximum Tractive Effort
Premium Caliber Painting
Prototypically Accurate Paint Schemes and Road Numbers
Many Separately Applied Details such as Grab Irons, Horns, and Bell
MicroTrains-compatible Couplers (2)
Will Operate on Code 55, Code 70 and Code 80 Rail
Minimum Operating Radius: 9 inches
BROADWAY LTD N SCALE SD40-2 STEALTH SERIES
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9950 EMD SD40-2, ATSF 5030, Yellow Bonnet, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9950 Product Information
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9951 EMD SD40-2, BN 1876, Spirit of ’76, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9951 Product Information
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9952 EMD SD40-2, BNSF 6366, Heritage I, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9952 Product Information
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9953 EMD SD40-2, CNW 6848, Green & Traditional Yellow, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9953 Product Information
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9954 EMD SD40-2, CP 5668, Multimark, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9954 Product Information
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9955 EMD SD40-2, CSX 8189, YN3, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9955 Product Information
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9956 EMD SD40-2, IC 6030, Black Operation Lifesaver, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9956 Product Information
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9957 EMD SD40-2, KCS 646, Belle Scheme, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9957 Product Information
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9958 EMD SD40-2, NS 6105, Horsehead Scheme, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9958 Product Information
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9959 EMD SD40-2, UP 1972, 2010’s Appearance, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9959 Product Information
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9960 EMD SD40-2, WSOR 4170, 40th Anniversary Engine, No-Sound / DCC-Ready, N BLI9960 Product Information
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