{"product_id":"bli8598","title":"Broadway Limited N GE AC6000, SP #601, Bloody Nose Paint Stealth DC","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe AC6000CW, an impressive diesel-electric locomotive, was manufactured by GE Transportation from 1995 to 2001. With a robust 6,000-horsepower engine, it ranks as one of the world's most potent single-engine diesel locomotives. Its design catered to demanding horsepower requirements, particularly for hauling hefty coal and ore trains. Union Pacific and CSX were the primary purchasers, with most units ending production in 2001.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInitial locomotives encountered several mechanical issues, the most significant being engine-related. A notable challenge was severe vibrations, prompting a solution involving augmenting engine mass to lower the resonant frequency. This adjustment, however, led to difficulties with the twin turbochargers. These setbacks compelled GE to postpone full-scale production of the new model until 1998. Changes like employing sturdier materials and enhancing engine wall thickness were instituted during full production.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo enhance reliability and environmental friendliness, CSX undertook a re-powering effort by upgrading their AC6000CW units from 16-7HDL engines to GEVO-16 engines. While capable of 5,800 hp, these units were rated at 4,600 hp and classified as CW46AH.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA fascinating highlight about these locomotives is their contribution to a world record. On June 21, 2001, all eight of BHP Billiton's Mount Newman railway AC6000s collaborated to set a remarkable record. They hauled a staggering 109,938 tons across 682 cars, covering a distance of 171 miles between Yandi mine and Port Hedland, Australia. This extraordinary train stretched over 4.5 miles, and as of 2023, the record still stands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2024, we are producing models of the AC6000CW in a variety of paint schemes including prototypical schemes and several fantasy paint schemes that adapt older railroad liveries to the AC6000CW diesel body. All of the Paragon4 Series models are equipped with our newest Paragon4 DC\/DCC Sound decoder featuring Rolling Thunder and an integral GoPack capacitor pack.   In addition to the Paragon4 Series models, we are also offering these locomotives in our Stealth Series.  Stealth Series models are No-Sound \/ DCC-Ready models that operate on DC out-of-the-box, or a modeler can easily install their DCC decoder of choice.  Out of the box, front and rear lights are directional.  Other lights are always ON with track power.  Each model boasts road-specific details and lighting.  List of individually controllable lights in our GE AC6000CW models:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeadlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRear Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCab Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNumberboards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDitch Lights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndustry-Leading Model Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStealth Series - Model is DCC-Ready out of the box.  No Sound\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOut-of-the-box, front and rear lights are directional.  Other lights are ON with track power.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eModel comes with 8 ohm speaker installed for easy installation of a DCC\/Sound decoder.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrecision Drive Mechanism Engineered for Heavy Towing and Smooth Slow Speed Operation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll Wheel Electrical Pick-up\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eABS Body with Die Cast Chassis for Maximum Tractive Effort\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePremium Caliber Painting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrototypically Accurate Paint Schemes and Road Numbers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany Separately Applied Details such as Handrails, Grab Irons, and Bell\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMicrotrains-compatible Couplers (2)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWill operate on Code 55, Code 70, and Code 80 Rail\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMinimum Operating Radius:  9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e** Specifications on this page subject to change\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadway Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49809661067548,"sku":"BLI8598","price":139.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/4626\/8956\/files\/8598_1.jpg?v=1725640488","url":"https:\/\/theodore-hobbies.myshopify.com\/products\/bli8598","provider":"Eastridge Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}