{"product_id":"n-ge-es44ac-gevo-dcc-union-pacific-5553-armour-yellow-gray-us-flag-building-america-logo","title":"N GE ES44AC GEVO - DCC- Union Pacific #5553 (Armour Yellow Gray US Flag Building America Logo)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eN GE ES44AC GEVO - DCC-Ready Union Pacific #5553 (Armour Yellow, Grey, US Flag “Building America” Logo)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModern Heavy-Haul Locomotive:\u003c\/b\u003e Detailed N scale model of GE’s Evolution Series ES44AC, one of the most widely used freight locomotives in North America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDCC-Ready Design:\u003c\/b\u003e Equipped with a factory-installed decoder socket for straightforward Digital Command Control installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Union Pacific Livery:\u003c\/b\u003e Finished in Armour Yellow and Grey with the “Building America” slogan and full-width waving US flag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSmooth Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision motor, all-wheel drive, and all-wheel electrical pickup for reliable operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 15.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e N (1:160)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrototype:\u003c\/b\u003e GE ES44AC “GEVO” Diesel-Electric Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoad Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Union Pacific Railroad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/b\u003e 5553\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e Contemporary (2000s to present)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDCC:\u003c\/b\u003e DCC-ready (decoder not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMotor:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision can motor with dual flywheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDrive:\u003c\/b\u003e All-wheel drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePickup:\u003c\/b\u003e All-wheel electrical pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCouplers:\u003c\/b\u003e Knuckle couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAssembly:\u003c\/b\u003e Ready-to-run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/b\u003e 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e N scale modellers recreating modern American freight operations, Union Pacific enthusiasts, and collectors of contemporary diesel locomotives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this model matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnion 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace 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.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a precision scale model, not a toy. Suitable for collectors and experienced hobbyists aged 14 and over.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44784246423708,"sku":"KA1768955DCC","price":328.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/KA1768955DCC.jpg?v=1742960273","url":"https:\/\/www.harveynorman.lol\/products\/n-ge-es44ac-gevo-dcc-union-pacific-5553-armour-yellow-gray-us-flag-building-america-logo","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}