The Athearn Genesis ATHG75639 SD60M Tri-Clops is a high - quality HO scale model. It represents the Burlington Northern #9227 and comes equipped with DCC and sound features. The BN units were built for heavy coal train pulling in the Midwest and later served across the system. In the 90s, BN adopted standard front ditch lights for better visibility. The SD60M 'Tri - Clops' series locomotive has a host of features. It includes coupler cut levers, flexible hoses, and detailed components like a fuel tank with fillers, gauges, and breather pipes. The model has an EMD HTC truck with animated bearing caps and a see - through cab with a full interior. It uses fine - scale Celcon handrails and McHenry® scale knuckle couplers. It's DCC - ready with Quick Plug™ technology. The Genesis driveline offers smooth and quiet operation. The heavy die - cast frame provides great traction. The Legendary Liveries offer unique paint schemes for collectors and enthusiasts. The sound - equipped models have an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound and dual cube speakers for great sound quality. They work in both DC and DCC modes with full DCC functions in DCC mode.

Using this Athearn SD60M Tri - Clops model is easy. First, if you're using DC mode, simply connect the power and you can operate basic functions like engine, horn, and bell sounds. For DCC mode, connect it to your DCC system, and you'll have access to a wider range of functions. You can even program a multiple unit (MU) lashup. When it comes to storage, the packaging is designed to hold the model securely. For maintenance, keep it clean from dust and debris. You can use a soft brush to clean the exterior and wheels. If you need to adjust any functions, refer to the CV chart included in the box. Make sure to operate it on tracks with at least an 18 - inch minimum radius, though a 22 - inch radius is recommended for better performance.