Built between 1940 and 1956, the General Electric 44-Ton Switcher was designed to replace steam locomotives in light freight duties, primarily finding use as yard switchers for class one railroads and industrial complexes. Among only a handful of locomotives permitted to operate with a single-person crew under common carrier regulations, the 44-Ton was also an appealing choice for shortlines. The reliability of the type ensured their longevity, and some can still be found in operation today, both on tourist railroads and in revenue service. The Bachmann N Scale 44-Ton Switcher returns with new road numbers and paint schemes never before offered in this scale.