SKU: KAT-1768560-S-PRE

PREORDER Kato N 1768560-S SD70ACu Diesel Locomotive, Norfolk Southern #7300 (DCC & Sound Equipped) | 324.00

10% down: $32.40
Our Price: $324
MSRP: $360.00

Note: You will reserve this item today for a 10% down payment of $32.40. Approximately 30-45 days before your item is expected at the warehouse, we will invoice you $291.60 plus shipping and any applicable taxes.

How Preorders Work

Expected release date is Dec 31, 2025

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Description

Prototype Information:
In many ways, the SD70ACU is a modified SD90MAC. The SD90MAC struggled to find a place on US and Canadian Railroads in the 90s. While Union Pacific and Canadian Pacific purchased many of these engines smaller railroads felt alienated from the gigantic prime movers which limited the SD90MAC's operational use. In 2016 Norfolk Southern decided to convert several SD90MACs to SD70ACUs, the Siemens tech was swapped with Mitsubishi components and the cab was replaced with the SD70ACe's cab.

Canadian Pacific decided to rebuild their collection of SD90MACs as well. However instead of going to Norfolk Southern to rebuild these engines, they reached out to Progress Rail instead. 60 ACUs were delivered in 2019, and this order contained several heritage units. These special heritage units were used to commemorate different branches of the US and Canadian Army.

CP 7020 is painted in NATO green, replicating the standard camouflage used by Canadian and U.S. military vehicles in temperate areas. It's a faithful nod to defense-oriented equipment.
CP 7021 features a desert tan paint scheme, accurately representing vehicles operating in sand-heavy climates.
CP 7022 is considered the Navy variant. It's detailed in a grey, red, and black paint which is inspired by Canadian and American warships
CP 7023 is painted in a two-tone grey finish. This closely resembles colors seen on modern fighter jets.
CP 6644 proudly wears a camouflage paint scheme based on the Royal Canadian Air Force Spitfires flown during the D-Day invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944.

Model Information:
Kato's new SD70ACu model accurately represents the six-axle diesel locomotives operated by Canadian Pacific and Norfolk Southern. Designed with road-specific details, these models feature appropriate headlight placements nose-mounted headlights for Canadian Pacific and cab-mounted headlights for Norfolk Southern. Each locomotive showcases the distinctive paint schemes of the Canadian Pacific Heritage Fleet, meticulously reproduced in N scale. Developed from the ground up with all-new tooling, this release marks the most modern N scale diesel locomotive in Kato's lineup.

Model Features:
Powerful five-pole KATO motor with dual brass flywheels
Directional Headlight and preprinted number boards
Kato magnetic knuckle coupler
DCC Friendly mechanism ready for drop-in decoder installation
Front and Rear Ditch lights

Preorders: Frequently Asked Questions

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!
  1. Preordering is available on any item with the word "Preorder" as the first word in the product title.
  2. 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!
  3. We'll ship you your preorder once your invoice is paid online. 

How can I place a preorder?

To place a preorder, simply look for items marked with "PREORDER" in their title on our website. Add the item to your cart and proceed to checkout. You'll be required to pay a 10% non-refundable deposit to secure your reservation.

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?

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?

The estimated shipping date for each preorder item is listed on the product page. We'll also keep you updated via email if there are any changes to the shipping schedule. Once your final payment is received, your item will be shipped according to your selected shipping method.

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?

You can check the status of your preorder by logging into your account on our website and viewing your order history. We'll also keep you updated via email with any important information regarding your preorder.

What if I have more questions about preordering?

If you have any further questions about preordering, feel free to contact our customer service team. We're here to help you with any inquiries you may have.