Broadway Limited 7962 N EMD SD40-2, IC 6257, Black Operation Lifesaver, Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC

Introduced by EMD in January 1972, the SD40-2 is one of the most popular diesel locomotives of all time.  Between 1972 and 1989, EMD built nearly 4,000 units.   These 3,000 horsepower machines were found to be more reliable than higher horsepower locomotives, and the SD40-2 became the standard of the industry for several decades.   

The SD40-2 shares a common frame with the SD38-2 and the SD45-2.  The frame was lengthened to accommodate the new HT-C trucks, which were 1.5 feet longer than the Flexicoil truck found on the SD40’s.   With a longer frame, but similar sized long hoods, the SD40-2’s have distinctive “porches” on either end.   These empty areas are good spotting features for SD38-2 and SD40-2 locomotives.   The SD40-2 can be further distinguished from the SD38-2 by its three roof-mounted radiator fans and a single large exhaust stack.  

There are several variations of SD40-2 in service.   In our 2023 production, we are modeling the original standard SD40-2.   We are offering models in eleven prototypical paint schemes.   Each model is equipped with our Paragon4 DC/DCC Sound & Control System.  In addition to the Paragon4 series models, we also offer one road number in each paint scheme in our Stealth Series – these models are No-Sound / DCC-Ready. 

 

Broadway Limited Imports is proud to introduce Paragon4: The new benchmark for premium HO sound-equipped locomotives. These DC and DCC-Sound equipped locomotives feature the ALL-NEW Paragon4 sound and control system. Each Paragon4 locomotive comes with BLI’s own integral DCC Decoder factory installed.  Paragon4 locomotives offer Dual Mode DC and DCC operation with superb back EMF motor control, improved DC motor control, built-in capacitor pack for more reliable electrical pick-up, industry best on-board sound with Rolling Thunder functionality, Pro Lighting Mode for prototypical light control, Switcher model for precise low speed control, recordable DCC operation for automated playback, and the same excellent detail level as Broadway Limited’s Paragon3 Series models. 

 

Paragon4 Sound & Control System Features:

• Operates in DC & DCC with improved DC speed control (use DCMaster for DC Sound)

• Built-In extra capacitance to navigate imperfect track

• Pro Lighting Mode offers individual control of all lights on model

• Switcher Mode for precise low speed control

• Record & Play Operation – Records and plays back sounds and movements once or repeatedly for automatic operation

• High Resolution Audio

• Quillable Horn for various whistle lengths and patterns

• Choice of 3 selectable Horns

• Alternate Whistle / Horn where applicable for locomotive with air horn and steam whistle – both the main whistle and alternate can be easily played

• Adjustable bell ringing interval for faster or slower bell

• Numerous user-mappable functions with available keys

• Multiple realistic passenger and crew sounds play on command

• Grade Crossing Automatic Signal

• Automatic Forward / Reverse Signal

• Prime Mover sound intensity varies with load

• Individually adjustable sound volumes for each effect

• EZ Reset Button for quick return to factory default settings