| Announced Date: |
Jan 2024 |
| Released Date: |
Nov 2024 |
| Individually Boxed: |
Yes |
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Rail Line: US Air Force
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Road Number: 2021
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Gauge: O Gauge
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Power: Electric
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Engine Type: Diesel
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Min Curve: O31
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Dimensions: Length: 12 1/2"
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Most Recent Catalog: 2024 Volume 1 Catalog
Features:
- LEGACY® Control System equipped – able to run in LEGACY® Control mode, in TrainMaster® Command Control mode, or in Conventional mode with a standard transformer
- Bluetooth® Control - Operate with Universal Remote or LionChief® App
- Lionel Voice Control (LVC) - run your locomotive by speaking commands into your phone via LionChief® App
- Odyssey® II Speed Control
- IR Transmitter for SensorTrack™
- Fixed pilots
- Single Motor
- ElectorCoupler™ on front and rear
- Traction tires
- Refined Conventional Transformer Control mode with lower starting speeds
- Fan-driven smoke unit
- Adjustable smoke output
- Directional lighting including LED headlights
- Marker lights on front and rear
- Illuminated number boards
- Lighted cab interior
- Die-cast trucks, pilot and fuel tank
- Metal frame
- High levels of separately applied metal details
- Engineer and conductor figures
- LEGACY® RailSounds® sound system featuring:
- CrewTalk™ dialog with different scenarios depending on whether the locomotive is in motion or stopped
- TrainSounds that mimic realistic radio chatter when the locomotive is in motion or stopped
- Six official railroad speeds with CrewTalk dialog
- Eight diesel RPM levels
- LEGACY® "Real-Time Quilling Horn" control with instant response for realistic signature "quilling" and correctly timed warning signals
- 5 different horns to choose from for a more customized experience
- Single hit or continuous mechanical bell sounds
- 5 levels of bell pitching for customized sounds
- Sequence Control: Plays the sound effects of an entire trip, including warning sounds and announcements, based on the movement and speed of the locomotive
- Current speed and fuel dialog, refueling sound effects
Overview:
Like most switchers, EMD's SW8 found a home with many railroads and industries alike. Locomotives featured in this run handled everything from branch line freight, to shunting passenger cars, to Titan rockets! Their diversity in operations was exceeded only by the variety of paint schemes they wore. The SW8 models include road name specific handrail and roof detail options. Featuring a single motor drive, both LEGACY and Bluetooth control, RailSounds and fixed pilots, these versatile locomotives offer tremendous features and detail in a compact model. How will you put yours to use?
