This N Scale GG1 Electric from Broadway Limited is based on the sleek electrics switchers built for (and by) the Pennsylvania Railroad between 1934 and 1943 by General Electric and in the road′s own Altoona Shops. Among the world′s most recognizable engines, the GG1 is no stranger to railfans of all levels. The GG1 has been plastered on everything from magazine ads and Hollywood movies to coach seat headrests. The GG1 represents a true breakthrough in electric locomotive technology. Constructed for the PRR, the famous electrics also operated for successor lines including Penn Central, Conrail and commuter lines. This detailed model features full Paragon3 sound and DCC for realistic sound and motor control complete with back EMF for smooth slow speeds. The Paragon3 sound system works with all Broadway Limited Rolling Thunder(TM) advanced sound systems. Other features include a heavy die cast body and chassis smooth-running drive, applied details directional warm white LED lighting and magnetic knuckle couplers. The N Scale GG1 Electric can be operated on all DCC systems as well as on standard DC railroads (with limited sound functionality). This model has wheels profiled to operate on Code 55 and larger rail and curves of 9.75′ radius or larger are recommended. The detailed diesel comes in multiple roadnumbers for each railroad when appropriate. The GG1 Electric is one of several Broadway Limited N Scale Paragon3 locomotives.