PREORDER Broadway Limited Imports HO 10107 ATSF Class 2900 4-8-4, #2903, Post-1947 Appearance, No-Sound / DCC-Ready
Note: You will reserve this item today for a 10% down payment of $68. Approximately 30-45 days before your item is expected at the warehouse, we will invoice you $611.99 plus shipping and any applicable taxes.
Expected release date is Aug 31, 2027
PREORDER Broadway Limited Imports HO 10107 ATSF Class 2900 4-8-4, #2903, Post-1947 Appearance, No-Sound / DCC-Ready is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
Broadway Limited Imports proudly presents an all-new Brass-Hybrid Santa Fe 2900 Class Northern, one of the most powerful and iconic steam locomotives ever built. Long requested by serious steam modelers, this masterpiece returns in 2027 with an unprecedented level of road-specific and era-specific accuracy.
This first production run offers multiple historically accurate versions, allowing you to select the exact locomotive and era you want to model—including No. 2926 in its current operating configuration, as well as As-Delivered, Post-1947, and dual-beam headlight variations. Each version reflects carefully researched prototype details unique to that locomotive at that point in time.
Brass-Hybrid Construction — Power Meets Precision
Each Santa Fe 2900 is a true showpiece, featuring:
Hand-crafted brass boiler and tender
Heavy die-cast chassis for outstanding pulling power
Exceptional weight, balance, and tractive effortThe result is a locomotive that not only looks massive and authoritative—but performs like it should.
Electronics Options
Choose the configuration that fits your layout:
Paragon4 Sound DC/DCC with SmokeIncludes authentic sound recordings captured directly from Santa Fe No. 2926, synchronized smoke effects, and advanced motor control.
Stealth SeriesFactory-installed speaker and 21-pin DCC interface, ready for easy decoder installation.
Why This Model Matters
The Santa Fe 2900 Class represents the absolute peak of American steam locomotive development. These engines were built without compromise—designed to move fast, heavy passenger trains across long western mainlines. For modelers, the 2900 is more than a locomotive; it’s a statement piece that defines an era.
This release combines museum-grade detail with real operating authority, making it equally at home on a display shelf or leading premier passenger trains on a large layout.
About the Prototype
Few steam locomotives match the sheer size, power, and presence of the Santa Fe 2900 Class. Built by Baldwin Locomotive Works between 1943 and 1944 for the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, these 4-8-4 “Northern” locomotives were the largest and most powerful passenger steam engines ever rostered by Santa Fe—and among the most formidable steam locomotives built anywhere.
Today, six examples of the 2900 Class survive. Five are preserved for static display, while No. 2926 was fully restored and returned to service in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 2021. Now operating on the mainline once again, it holds the distinction of being the largest operating 4-8-4 steam locomotive in the world.
Industry-leading Model Features:
Stealth Series – Model is DCC-Ready out of the box. No sound.
Out of the box, front and rear lights are directional. Other lights are ON with track power.
Model comes with 8-ohm speaker installed for easy installation of DCC/Sound decoder.
Precision Drive Mechanism engineered for continuous heavy load towing and smooth slow speed operation.
5-Pole Can Motor with Skew Wound Armature
Handcrafted Brass Boiler, Cab, and Tender Body, and Heavy Die Cast Chassis for Increased Tractive Effort
Premium Caliber Painting with Authentic Paint Schemes
Prototypical Light Operation with Separately Controllable Headlight, Rear Light, Cab Light, and Rear Emergency Lights,
Factory-installed Engineer and Fireman Figures
Many Separately Applied Details such as Handrails, Grab Irons, Ladders, Piping, Cab Glass, Whistle, Brass Bell, and Many Others
Equipped with Rubber Traction Tires for Increased Pulling Power
Recommended Minimum Radius: 18 inches
**Specifications on this page subject to change.
Preorders: Frequently Asked Questions
What is preordering and why would I want to do that?
What is preordering and why would I want to do that?
In the model railroading world, most products are made in limited runs. Manufacturers no longer produce large quantities to sit in warehouses. Instead, they announce new items and set a preorder deadline. After that date, production is based largely on the number of reservations received.
Preordering through Model Train Stuff guarantees your spot in line for these limited releases. When the products arrive, orders are filled in the order they were placed. The earlier you preorder, the better your chance of getting your items, even if there are shipping delays or shortfalls from the manufacturer.
Preordering is as easy as 1-2-3!
Preordering is as easy as 1-2-3!
- Preordering is available on any item with the word "Preorder" as the first word in the product title.
- We will email your invoice approximately 30-45 days before your preorder items land at the warehouse. With the interactive invoice you can select your preferred shipping method and pay the balance of your order right online!
- We'll ship you your preorder once your invoice is paid online.
How can I place a preorder?
How can I place a preorder?
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When will I be charged for my preorder?
When will I be charged for my preorder?
You'll be charged a 10% deposit at the time of placing your preorder. The remaining balance, along with any applicable sales tax and shipping charges, will be due when the item is ready to be shipped. We'll notify you via email with a link to complete your payment.
Can I cancel my preorder?
Can I cancel my preorder?
Preorders can be canceled, but please note that the 10% deposit is non-refundable and will not be credited to store credit, as it goes toward covering the cost of the uncollected reservation.
When will my preorder ship?
When will my preorder ship?
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What happens if a preorder item is delayed or canceled by the manufacturer?
What happens if a preorder item is delayed or canceled by the manufacturer?
In the rare event that a preorder item is delayed or canceled by the manufacturer, we'll notify you as soon as possible. You can choose to wait for the item, apply your deposit to a different item, or request a refund or store credit for your deposit.
How do I check the status of my preorder?
How do I check the status of my preorder?
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What if I have more questions about preordering?
What if I have more questions about preordering?
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