MTH 30-2884-3 Frisco SW-9 Calf Non-Powered Diesel Switcher #308B – Model Train Junction: Quality Parts and Art Supplies

This is an MTH 30-2884-3 Frisco SW-9 Switcher Diesel Engine Calf (Non-Powered) V2. EMD’s 800-hp SW-8s and 1,200-hp SW-9s both debuted in 1950, marking the next stage in the evolution of one of railroading’s longest-lived diesel families. The first SW-class engine, the 600-hp SW1, appeared in 1939, and the SW-units remained in the EMD catalog until the 1,000-hp SW-1000 was finally retired in 1986. With the SW in the name denoting that the engine was built for switching duties, it never needed the high horsepower ratings of road diesels. They could be paired with cab-less calf units in the classic cow and calf configuration if a particular job needed more power.

These boxy little workhorses return to the M.T.H. RailKing lineup in 2008 in a new variety of roadnames. As with all RailKing diesel engines, each is available with the exciting Proto-Sound 2.0 system for unprecented value and fun. As switch locomotives, the SWs are perfect for yard duty thanks to their incredible slow-speed performance – performance governed by M.T.H.’s industry-leading Proto-Speed speed control system. No other switchers can creep so slow or uncouple cars from front or rear without additional equipment. If you’ve got a transformer with a whistle and bell button, you’ve got the best switcher you can buy today.Pull-out fact: While the SW-8s and -9s were produced as replacements for the aging NW-2 diesel switcher, they proved themselves impervious to age themselves, becoming railyard mainstays for decades.Features Include : Intricately Detailed ABS Body, Die-Cast Truck Sides, Pilots and Fuel Tank, Colorful Paint Scheme, Die-Cast Metal Chassis, Metal Handrails and Decorative Horn,(2) Operating Metal Couplers, Metal Wheels and Axles, Unit Measures:12 x 2 1/2 x 3 1/2, Operates On O-31 Curves.

Condition: Factory New (C-9)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-9)

Manufacturer: MTH
Model Number: 30-2884-3
Road Name: St Louis San Francisco “Frisco” (SLSF)

Scale/Era: O Modern
Model Type: Diesel Loco

The Trainz SKU for this item is P11441638.

Trainz Product Id: 11441638