Rapido HO Scale EMD SD70MACe Rebuild Diesel Locomotive – KCS Southern Belle Scheme #3967 (DC/DCC/Sound)

TheRapido HO Scale EMD SD70MACe Rebuild Diesel Locomotive – KCS Southern Belle Scheme #3967 (DC/DCC/Sound)is a highly detailed HO scale model representing modern rebuilt diesel power in Kansas City Southern service. Finished in the boldSouthern Belle paint scheme, this locomotive combines heritage styling with modern freight performance.

Modeled as road number3967, this locomotive represents a rebuilt SD70MAC upgraded toSD70MACe configuration. Kansas City Southern’s SD70MAC fleet, originally sourced from earlier mainline operations, has been modernized to extend service life while maintaining the performance needed for today’s freight service.

Southern Belle Scheme – Heritage Meets Modern Power

TheSouthern Belle paint schemepays tribute to Kansas City Southern’s historic passenger service, delivering a striking and recognizable appearance on any HO scale layout. This blend of classic railroad heritage and modern locomotive design makes #3967 especially appealing to collectors and operators alike.

• Kansas City Southern (KCS)road name
• Southern Belle heritage paint scheme
• Road number 3967
• SD70MACe rebuildconfiguration
• Representsmodern KCS freight operations
• DC/DCC/Soundconfiguration

Premium Rapido HO Scale Features

• SD70MACe rebuild variation – first time in plastic
• Multiple nose and cab variations (nose light, high headlight, gyralight)
• Railroad-appropriate PTC antennas where applicable
• Three HTCR truck variations with rotating bearing caps
• Full lighting package includingheadlights, ditch lights, and walkway lighting
• Heavy die-cast chassisfor strong pulling power
• Separate grab irons and detailed handrails
• Full cab interior detailing
• MoPower capacitor system for uninterrupted DCC operation
• Suggested minimum radius:22 inches

Ideal for Modern HO Scale Layouts

TheHO Scale KCS SD70MACe #3967is ideal for modelers focused on modern railroading across the Midwest and southern United States. Its combination of heritage styling and modern performance makes it a strong addition to both operating layouts and display collections.

• Modern HO scale diesel locomotive rosters
• Kansas City Southern and regional railroad modeling
• Interchange and mixed freight operations
• Contemporary and heritage crossover layouts
• Collectors of special and heritage locomotives

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Why This Model Stands Out

TheRapido HO Scale EMD SD70MACe KCS #3967 Southern Bellecombines a modern rebuilt locomotive platform with a heritage-inspired paint scheme and premium HO scale construction into one standout model. Whether you are modeling current operations or adding a visually distinctive centerpiece, this locomotive delivers both realism and strong visual impact.

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