Norfolk Southern SD70ACe No. 1069 – Virginian Railway Heritage Unit
The legacy of the Virginian Railway lives on in bold fashion with Norfolk Southern Railway Heritage Unit SD70ACe No. 1069, 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. 1069 honors the Virginian Railway, a purpose-built coal hauler engineered for efficiency, electrification, and heavy mountain service. The locomotive wears a modernized interpretation of the Virginian’s classic black and yellow scheme, a bold and instantly recognizable tribute to one of America’s most technically advanced early railroads.
As part of the program’s city-recognition theme, No. 1069 is lettered for Roanoke and Princeton—two locations deeply tied to Virginian operations and Appalachian coal traffic. This detail directly connects modern Norfolk Southern power to the roots of heavy-haul railroading.
Assigned to systemwide freight service, NS 1069 is a standout on coal, manifest, and general freight assignments. Our model captures the locomotive exactly as seen on today’s main lines—sharp graphics, crisp 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
A tribute to brute strength and innovation, Norfolk Southern No. 1069 brings the Virginian Railway’s coal-hauling legacy into the modern era with museum-grade detail and performance that rivals late-run brass.
ETA: Winter ’26
MSRP: $799.99 (ERR CRUISE & DCC/Sound), $874.99 (Blunami)
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