Description
Pre-Order Due Date: September 17th 2026
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Pre-Order FAQ
Most manufacturers give an ETA on when they expect to release the pre-order which can be seen near the "add to cart" button on the product page. They also give an order due date (found in the product description) which is indicative of when the product is expected to go into production.
There is a 5% NON-refundable deposit for preorders, this amount will be deducted from the price of the product when it arrives. You will see how much downpayment is required after adding the item to your cart. We do not store your payment information and it is not charged by us when the product arrives.
For any pre-order submitted after the due date, we will try our best to fulfill your pre-order, but are at the mercy of the manufacturer and if they produce more than were preordered by their dealers. If we cannot fulfill your pre-order we will credit the 5% deposit to you.
When the pre-ordered product(s) are available to ship, you will receive an email requesting the remaining 95% payment that will take you to your cart. It is at this point you are asked for shipping address and method OR in-store pickup.. We will never charge your payment method without you checking out. At this time you are also able to add other in-stock items if you wish.
Please note that Estimated Arrival Dates can change at any point. Midwest Model Railroad is not responsible for manufacturers delaying production. Visit midwestmodelrr.com/pre-orders/ for more information.
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Broadway Limited Imports is excited to share a special update to our HO Scale Union Pacific Big Boy project, arriving in 2027.
In addition to our lineup of prototypically accurate models, we're introducing two all-new fantasy paint schemes that are sure to capture attention and generate excitement among collectors and model railroad enthusiasts. One features a patriotic AFT 250-inspired commemorative design celebrating America's railroad heritage, while the other showcases the Big Boy in a beautifully detailed 1800s-inspired ornate paint scheme. These unique additions complement our already popular Union Pacific Big Boy lineup and provide dealers with even more exciting options to offer their customers.
Models will be available with our Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC system featuring synchronized puffing smoke, as well as in our Stealth DCC-Ready series. Stealth models include a factory-installed speaker and a 21-pin decoder interface, making it easy to install the aftermarket decoder of your choice.
About The Prototype: There were 25 locomotives fabricated in two different groups. Class 1 were locomotives #4000-4019 and Class 2 was numbered 4020-4024. The first Big Boy #4000 was delivered to Omaha, NE on September 5, 1941. The Union Pacific Railroad's commitment to the Big Boy required them to replace the lighter rail and straighten out many miles of track for clearance as well as to resize elements of their service areas (such as turntable lengths, etc.) for the entire line these locos would run on.
The Big Boys demonstrated fantastic strength and speed as they faced these challenges throughout their storied careers. With the total mileage on the Big Boy fleet being approximately 1,000,000 miles for each locomotive, one must say that they earned their reputation.
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 illuminated with track power.
- Model comes with 8-ohm speaker already installed for easy installation of DCC/Sound decoder.
- Heavy Die Cast Boiler, Tender Body, and Chassis for Increased Tractive Effort
- Precision Drive Mechanism engineered for continuous heavy load towing and smooth slow speed operation
- 5-Pole Can Motor with Skew Wound Armature
- Premium Caliber Painting with Authentic Paint Scheme
- Separately Controllable Headlight, Reverse Light, Cab Light, Front Numberboards, Front Marker Lights, Rear Marker Lights
- Factory-installed Engineer and Fireman Figures
- Optional Smoke Hood can be Installed if Desired
- Optional Operating Front Coupler Included in Box
- Prototypically Accurate Details for Each Road Number
- Two After-cooler variations - As-Delivered for the Class-1 and Wilson Aftercooler for the Class-2 models
- Three Accurately Modeled Tender Variations: 25-C-100 for the Class-1 models, 25-C-400 for the Class-2 models, and the appropriate Challenger #3985 tender for the #4014 Excursion Service models
- Many Separately Applied Details such as Handrails, Ladders, Piping, Cab Glass, Whistle, Brass Bell, Markers, Numberboards, Air Tanks, and Many Others
- Equipped with Rubber Traction Tires for Increased Pulling Power
- Recommended Minimum Radius: 18 inches
- Locomotive Weight: 2 lbs 15.5 oz
- Tender Weight: 15.5 oz
- Coupler to Coupler Length: 19 inches
- Wheelbase: 16.5 inches
** Specifications on this page are subject to change **
Details
Scale: |
HO Scale |
Road Name: |
Union Pacific (UP) |
Version: |
(DC Silent) |
Road Number: |
#1776, AFT 250 Fantasy Appearance |
Locomotive Model: |
ALCo 4-8-8-4 Big Boy |
