The Atlas 40005045 presents an N Scale DCC model of the ALCO RS - 2 locomotive, specifically Canadian Pacific #8402. Note that the picture might show a different road number. After the successful debut of the RS - 1 road switchers, Alco launched the stylish RS - 2 in late 1946. It retained features like the long carbody and short front nose of the RS - 1 but came with numerous upgrades. The rounded carbody and a new 244 prime mover, boosting horsepower to 1,500 (a 500hp increase over the RS - 1), were its hallmarks. Thanks to the extra power, the RS - 2 was well - received by railroads as it could handle any task. You could see it daily powering general merchandise freights, hauling coal trains, or speeding up passenger services. The Delaware & Hudson even retrofitted their fleet for passenger use. Alco and Montreal Locomotive Works built over 370 of these versatile locomotives. Today, only a few prototypes remain, mostly in museums or tourist operations. This model comes with great features such as a slow - speed motor, golden - white LEDs, directional lighting, dual brass flywheels, a low - friction mechanism, dynamic brakes, factory - installed AccuMate® magnetic knuckle couplers, and accurate painting and lettering. DCC locomotives have a factory - installed decoder.

Using this N Scale DCC Atlas ALCO RS - 2 locomotive model is easy. Just connect it to your DCC system according to the system's instructions. You can then control its speed, direction, and lighting features. When handling the model, be gentle to avoid any damage to the delicate parts like the couplers. Keep it away from dust and moisture as these can affect the motor and other internal components. For maintenance, you can use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior. If the model has been in use for a long time, you may want to lubricate the moving parts lightly. But make sure not to use too much lubricant as it can attract dust. Also, if you plan to store the model for an extended period, wrap it in a protective material and store it in a cool, dry place.