The Atlas N scale SD60E diesel locomotive is now available in the company’s Master Line. In this video, Model Railroader Senior Editor Cody Grivno shares a brief history of the prototype diesels, rebuilt by Norfolk Southern at its Juniata Locomotive Shop in Altoona, Pa.; points out the various freestanding and molded detail parts; and demonstrates the sound and light functions on our sample, which is equipped with an ESU LokSound V5 decoder. Then watch the six-axle locomotive in action on our new Colorado Plains T-Trak layout.
In addition to the as-built Norfolk Southern Thoroughbred scheme (two road numbers), the Atlas N scale SD60E is painted in the railroad’s GORail, Honoring Our First Responders, and Honoring Our Veterans schemes in one number each. An undecorated model is also available.
Features on the N scale SD60E include an injection-molded plastic body; split, die-cast metal mechanism; and a Scale Speed motor with dual flywheels. The Crescent cab has factory-installed and painted wire grab irons, a Positive Train Control antenna array on the roof, and clear window glazing. Additional details on the six-axle unit include front and rear ditch lights, a Nathan K5LAR24 air horn, a freestanding snow plow on the front pilot, and body-mounted Accumate couplers.
Direct-current models with a factory-installed speaker have a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $149.95. Versions with an ESU LokSound V5 sound decoder sell for $259.95.
Trains.com Product Review videos showcase the latest new items from manufacturers of products in Z, N, HO, S, O, and large scales. In the videos, you can watch locomotives in action, take a close-up look at details on freight cars, see kit components, and much more.
If you are a manufacturer and have products you would like reviewed, please email Senior Editor Cody Grivno at cody.grivno@firecrown.com for more information.
