This Athearn ATHG65923 model is an HO scale EMD GP50 locomotive representing Norfolk Southern #7085, equipped with DCC and Sound Tsunami2. The NS features include a Phase I body with a rounded blower housing, long hood forward setup with a high short hood, Southern style 5 - chime horns at both ends, and more. Built in 1980 for the Southern Railway, it got Norfolk Southern colors after the 1982 merger. Road number specific features vary, like #7037 having an earlier NS scheme with dashed frame stripes, #7054 with a newer 'horse - head' logo and solid frame stripes, and #7085 with an earlier NS scheme and solid frame stripes. The GP50 locomotive itself offers a full cab interior, wire grab irons, and many other detailed features. It's fully - assembled and ready - to - run, with DCC - ready Quick Plug™ technology. Primed for grime models mimic 'In Service' equipment, while sound - equipped models come with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound and dual cube speakers. The EMD GP50 prototype was built between 1980 - 1985, powered by a 16 - cylinder EMD 645F3B diesel engine with 3,500 - 3,600 hp.

Using this locomotive is easy. Just connect it to your compatible track and power it up. If you're using DCC, you can take advantage of all the functions like controlling speed precisely and getting engine, horn, and bell sounds. For DC operation, you still get basic sounds. When storing, keep it in the provided packaging to protect it. To maintain it, regularly clean the wheels with a soft cloth to ensure smooth operation. Check the couplers occasionally to make sure they're in good condition. If you plan to add grime or rust to the primed - for - grime model, use appropriate model - making paints and tools. Remember, the minimum radius for track is 18 inches, but a 22 - inch radius is recommended for better performance.