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product_id: 10760374
title: "Kato USA Model Train Products 1260401 N Scale Union Pacific FEF-3 Steam Locomotive Train 844"
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# Illuminated headlight & number boards N Scale precision 1:160 Coreless motor + cross-braced suspension Kato USA Model Train Products 1260401 N Scale Union Pacific FEF-3 Steam Locomotive Train 844

**Brand:** kato
**Price:** 278610CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚂 Own the rails with iconic power and precision — don’t just model, dominate your layout!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Kato USA Model Train Products 1260401 N Scale Union Pacific FEF-3 Steam Locomotive Train 844 by kato
- **How much does it cost?** 278610CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- kato enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted kato brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Tight Corner Mastery:** Innovative articulated tender design allows navigation of tight 11" minimum radius curves, perfect for complex layouts.
- • **Next-Level Traction Tech:** Cross-braced shock absorbers and a coreless motor deliver unmatched torque and smooth slow-speed control for flawless operation.
- • **DCC-Ready for Customization:** Easily upgrade with drop-in DCC installation to unlock advanced digital control and lighting effects.
- • **Iconic Union Pacific Legacy:** Own a piece of history with the legendary FEF-3 steam locomotive, a symbol of American rail power and elegance.
- • **Precision N Scale Engineering:** Experience ultra-realistic 1:160 scale detail that fits perfectly in any sophisticated collection or diorama.

## Overview

The Kato USA Model Train Products 1260401 N Scale Union Pacific FEF-3 Steam Locomotive #844 is a highly detailed, ready-to-run 1:160 scale model featuring a coreless motor with cross-braced shock absorbers for superior traction and slow-speed control. It includes illuminated headlights and number boards, is DCC-friendly for easy digital upgrades, and boasts an articulated tender for tight curve navigation, making it a must-have for serious model railroaders and collectors.

## Description

The Union Pacific FEF (Four Eight Four), along with the GS-4 is easily one of the most recognizable US steam prototypes still in operation today. The FEF-3 series of steam locomotives was delivered in 1944 and were the last, and some of the largest, steam locomotives delivered for use by the Union Pacific. Operated solely by the Union Pacific, the FEF's (were intended primarily to be passenger locomotives but the UP's large fleet of available diesels meant that the FEF's were put to work in secondary passenger and fast freight service. The Kato N Scale FEF-3 follows in the footsteps of its Southern Pacific 4-8-4 cousin, refining the basic concept of a high-power, flexible steam locomotive which is easily upgradable to DCC by coupling a special, isolated coreless motor drive system with heavy-duty flywheels and a flexible cross-braced suspension system that gives the locomotive a high torque, high traction grip that ensures constant and consistent pressure spread across the primary drivers. Another benefit of the coreless motor system is that the locomotive will have an extremely low starting voltage, giving the locomotive slow creeping speeds that will allow modelers to appreciate the complex arrangement of moving side rods that make steam operation so exciting. Other features, such as the locomotive's unique "Centipede" style tender being fitted with special articulation mechanisms that appear seamless when observed but will bend and flex to allow the locomotive to navigate tighter corners than should otherwise be possible! Model Features Illuminated headlight and locomotive numberboards. The FEF tender does not have operational lights, but lighting kits are available for the special Water Tender cars (sold separately) DCC friendly design, allowing for easy drop-in installation of DCC. 11" (282mm) Minimum turning radius on ground level track, 15" (381mm) Minimum turning radius on Viaduct track.

## Features

- N Scale
- Special cross-braced shock absorbers equalize the pressure on the locomotive drivers to maximize traction
- Illuminated headlight and locomotive number boards
- DCC friendly design, allowing for easy drop-in installation of DCC. All detail parts installed and ready-to-run
- 11" (282mm) minimum turning radius on ground level track, 15" (381mm) minimum turning radius on Viaduct track.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00QSNYW48 |
| Age Range Description | 168 months to 1200 months |
| Battery Description | no batteries required |
| Best Sellers Rank | #288,460 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #20,712 in Hobby Remote & App Controlled Vehicles & Parts |
| Brand Name | Kato |
| Collection Name | All |
| Color | Multicolour |
| Controller Type | DCC |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (39) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04949727662282 |
| Included Components | Magnetic trip pin, N Scale FEF-3 Locomotive, Optional double heading coupler attachment |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Is Electric | No |
| Item Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.75 x 1.25 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.65 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Kato Trains |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 1200.0 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 168.0 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 126-0401 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 60 day warranty against manufacturer defects |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Name | FEF-3 |
| Model Number | 126-0401 |
| Model Year | 1944 |
| Occasion | Anniversary, Wedding |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Portable |
| Power Source | Track-Powered |
| Product Style | Modern |
| Rail Guage | No |
| Scale | 1:160 |
| Set Name | Kato USA Model Train Products 1260401 |
| Size | N Scale |
| Subject Character | Union Pacific FEF-3 #8444 |
| Theme | train |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Kato
- **Color:** Multicolour
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Style:** Modern
- **Theme:** train

## Images

![Kato USA Model Train Products 1260401 N Scale Union Pacific FEF-3 Steam Locomotive Train 844 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QVYG+3YlL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are you able to remove the deflectors? i would think this would look much better without them. thanks!**
A: The Smoke Deflectors AKA "Elephant Ears" on the U.P., are seperate detail parts, so they can be removed.  The smokebox sides are detsiled behind them, however, you'll have to Kitbash or make your own running board details up to extend the running boards past the point where they stop.

**Q: Just to be on the safe side, is this an N Scale Train?**
A: Yes, N (1:160) scale.

**Q: What is the actual length of the engine unit in inches? I runs some tight turns and I'm usually sticking with 4 or 4 1/2 inch locomotives. Thank you!**
A: The actual locomotive length is approximately 8", but even with the articulated wheel-sets on the tender, these are lanky engines that are best served with wide radius curves.  To quote Kato, "The FEF-3 locomotives are designed for 11" (282mm) Minimum turning radius on ground level track, 15" (381mm) Minimum turning radius on Viaduct track".  And they are very picky about the quality of the track-work, if you're running Kato Unitrack or Code 55, they will be happy campers.  But like Kato's Alco PA-1 models, these engines will sniff out bad joints or marginal track-work and derail.

**Q: Is this assembled or is this a kit?**
A: It is factory assembled and ready to run.

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