{"product_id":"mth-20-20122-1-norfolk-southern-8310-dash-8-narrow-nose-diesel-w-protosound","title":"MTH 20-20122-1 NS Dash-8 Narrow Nose Diesel Engine w\/PS2 #8301 (Hi-Rail Wheels)","description":"This is MTH 20-20122-1 Norfolk Southern Dash-8 Narrow Nose Diesel w\/Protosound. In the late 1980s, as General Electric and General Motors' Electro-Motive Division engaged in heated competition (that continues today) for market share in the high horsepower category, GE announced its Dash 8 line of diesel locomotives. Although the first demonstrator version had only 3,200 hp, most of the Dash-8s had 4,000 hp when delivered and were therefore designated Dash 8-40. Because GE builds its diesel locomotives in five modules, it was able to customize its Dash 8s for each buyer to an unusual degree. Some railroads ordered their Dash 8s with conventional cabs, while others opted for the wider North American or comfort cabs, identified by a W in the engine name. Some Dash 8s have 4-wheel trucks - denoted with a B - while a Dash 8-40C has 6-wheel trucks. This variety meant that these diesels, which were designed for fast freight duty, also found a home in Amtrak passenger service. Despite their many differences, all Dash 8s share microprocessor control. The microprocessor, a small computer, regulates rpm, fuel injection volume, generator excitation, and many other operational features to make the Dash 8s run more efficiently than any diesels before them. \u003cbr\u003e M.T.H. is proud to produce a superbly detailed replica of the Dash 8 model that found its niche in high-speed intermodal service, the Dash 8-40B - 4000 horsepower, 4-wheel trucks, standard cab. Like its prototype, this model is a perfect choice to power the hottest trains on your railroad. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDid You Know? The microprocessor in the prototype Dash 8 recognizes if its 16-cylinder engine is overheating in a tunnel, as opposed to a malfunction on the open rails, and allows it to keep operating at full power for ten minutes so the crew doesn't find itself stranded in a tunnel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts key features are:\u003cbr\u003eDie-Cast Truck Sides, Pilots and Fuel Tank \u003cbr\u003eIntricately Detailed ABS Body \u003cbr\u003eAuthentic Paint Scheme \u003cbr\u003eMetal Body Side Grilles \u003cbr\u003eMoveable Roof Fan Blades \u003cbr\u003eMetal Chassis \u003cbr\u003eMetal Handrails and Decorative Horn \u003cbr\u003eDirectionally Controlled Headlights \u003cbr\u003eMetal Wheels, Axles and Gears \u003cbr\u003e(2) Remotely Controlled Proto-Couplersr \u003cbr\u003e(2) Precision Flywheel Equipped Motors \u003cbr\u003eLighted Cab Interior \u003cbr\u003eIlluminated Number Boards \u003cbr\u003eOperating Smoke Unit \u003cbr\u003e(2) Engineer Cab Figures \u003cbr\u003eLocomotive Speed Control In Scale MPH Increments \u003cbr\u003eProto-Scale 3-2 3-Rail\/2-Rail Conversion Capable \u003cbr\u003e1:48 Scale Proportions\u003cbr\u003eProto-Sound 2.0 With The Digital Command System Featuring: Freight Yard Proto-Effects\u003cbr\u003eUnit Measures:17 3\/4 x 2 1\/2 x 4\u003cbr\u003eOperates On O-42 Curves\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory New (\u003ca href=\"#\" title=\"C-9: All original; unused; factory rubs and evidence of handling, shipping and factory test run. Standards for all toy train related accessory items apply to the visual appearance of the item and do not consider the operating functionality of the equipment. Condition and Grading Standards are subjective, at best, and are intended to act as a guide.\"\u003eC-9\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperational Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"#\" title=\"This item is brand new from the factory.\"\u003eFunctional\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes (\u003ca href=\"#\" title=\"May have store stamps and price tags. Has inner liners.\"\u003eP-9\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e MTH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-20122-1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Norfolk Southern (NS)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMSRP:\u003c\/strong\u003e $429.95\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale\/Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e O Modern\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diesel Loco\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Trainz SKU for this item is P11633607. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 6px !important; color: #d3d3d3 !important; line-height: 8px !important;\"\u003eTrainz Product Id: 11633607\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"MTH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39259453128826,"sku":"P11633607","price":425.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1260\/4747\/products\/3336818.jpg?v=1614714449","url":"https:\/\/www.trainz.com\/products\/mth-20-20122-1-norfolk-southern-8310-dash-8-narrow-nose-diesel-w-protosound","provider":"Trainz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}