The legacy of the New York Central Railroad lives on in bold fashion with Norfolk Southern Railway Heritage Unit SD70ACe No. 1066, 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. 1066 honors the New York Central, one of America’s most influential railroads and a pioneer of high-speed freight and passenger operations across the Northeast and Midwest. The locomotive wears a modernized interpretation of NYC’s iconic Lightning Stripe paint scheme, finished in deep black with crisp white striping and classic New York Central lettering, evoking the elegance and power that defined the railroad’s image.
As part of the program’s city-recognition theme, No. 1066 is lettered for New York and Chicago—the two cities that formed the backbone of the New York Central system and symbolized its role as the premier bridge between the East and the Midwest. This detail firmly connects today’s Norfolk Southern mainline power to the geographic heart of the NYC empire.
Assigned to systemwide freight service, NS 1066 has quickly become one of the most recognizable locomotives in the Heritage fleet, leading manifest, intermodal, and priority freight trains across former NYC territory and beyond. Our model captures the locomotive exactly as seen on today’s main lines, 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 iconic railroads. From the authentic New York Central Lightning Stripe graphics and New York / Chicago lettering to the ultra-refined detailing and modern electronics, Norfolk Southern No. 1066 delivers the full prototype experience in O Scale with build quality that rivals late-run brass.
ETA: Winter ’26
MSRP: $799.99 (ERR CRUISE & DCC/Sound), $874.99 (Blunami)
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