The legacy of the Southern Railway lives on in bold fashion with Norfolk Southern Railway Heritage Unit SD70ACe No. 1065, and now it’s ready to take its place on your O Scale roster.
Unveiled as part of Norfolk Southern’s acclaimed Heritage Program, No. 1065 honors Southern Railway, a railroad long associated with innovation, precision operations, and first-class service across the American Southeast. The locomotive wears a modernized interpretation of Southern’s iconic Tuxedo paint scheme, finished in deep black with crisp white striping, gold accents, and the classic green-and-gold Southern Railway emblem.
As part of the program’s city-recognition theme, No. 1065 is lettered for Savannah and Atlanta, two cities that played pivotal roles in Southern Railway history and its expansive network. This subtle but meaningful detail directly ties modern Norfolk Southern power to the geographic and cultural heart of the Southern Railway system.
Assigned to systemwide freight service, NS 1065 has become a standout on the main line, leading manifest, intermodal, and priority freight assignments across former Southern territory and beyond. Our model captures the locomotive exactly as seen today, clean graphics, sharp color separation, and the commanding presence of the SD70ACe platform.
Built to satisfy both operators and collectors, this model is engineered for smooth performance, exceptional pulling power, and museum-grade detail. Whether you operate in 3-Rail or 2-Rail, you’ll experience a modern diesel rendered to a standard that rivals late-run brass.
Key Features
Precision ABS shell with cast-metal chassis for exceptional durability and prototypical heft
Die-cast metal pilots, trucks, fuel tank, detailed side grilles, and moveable roof fans
Horizontal CAN-motor drive with sprung axles for smooth, quiet operation
RP25 metal wheels on metal axles, plus Kadee-compatible coupler mounts on 2-Rail models
Full lighting suite: Rule 17 headlights, illuminated number boards, LED ditch lights, and interior cab lighting
Detail enhancements: brass handrails & horn, painted cab details, and unmatched exterior detail
Advanced Electronics
Soundtraxx Blunami available in both 2-Rail and 3-Rail
3-Rail: ERR Cruise / TMCC / RailSounds (compatible with TMCC, Legacy, DCS)
2-Rail: ESU LokSound 5.0
Operational Flexibility
Runs on O-54 curves (3-Rail) and 48" radius (2-Rail)
Precision flywheel motor delivers powerful head-end pull and prototypical slow-speed control
Why It Stands Out
This SD70ACe isn’t just a beautiful model, it’s a moving tribute to one of America’s most respected railroads. From the authentic Southern Railway Tuxedo graphics and Savannah / Atlanta lettering to the ultra-refined detailing and modern electronics, Norfolk Southern No. 1065 delivers the full prototype experience in O Scale with build quality that rivals late-run brass.
ETA: Winter ’26
MSRP: $799.99 (Loksound & DCC/Sound), $874.99 (Blunami)
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