Comparison of N ES44AC & ES44C4 GE hood unit models
Manufacturer | Kato | Broadway Limited Imports |
Year model introduced | 2010 | 2018 |
DCC Capability | DCC compatible. PCB swap required | DCC Ready - Manufacturer specific decoder(s) |
Detailing | ||
Bodyshell - factory-fitted separate details | ||
Handrails |
Yes |
No |
Horn(s) |
Yes |
No |
Wheel "aesthetics" | ||
Chemically-blackened |
Yes |
No |
Bufferbeam detail (pre-fitted) | ||
Multiple working sockets/ pipes |
Yes |
No |
Mechanical | ||
Body Construction |
Plastic |
No |
Loco-driven wheels (number of) |
12 wheels |
No |
Minimum radius |
Radius 2 |
No |
Coupling type |
Kato Semi-Auto knuckle couplings |
No |
Electrical | ||
Motor type |
5-pole with two flywheels |
No |
Motor location |
Locomotive |
No |
Power collection |
2 rail DC |
No |
Working lights | ||
Headlights (independent) |
Yes |
No |
Illuminated headcodes |
Yes |
No |
Pickups |
All wheels |
No |
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