Explore the Athearn ATHG81312 AMD103/P42DC VIA #915 in HO scale. It features a newly tooled nose for VIA - specific details, an alternate air dryer per VIA prototype, and officially licensed artwork with official paint colors. In 2015, VIA repainted its P42 fleet into a vibrant teal/green scheme and added a bright front light to the nose. The AMD103/P42 series locomotive offers officially licensed Amtrak products, 3 nose variations, DCC - ready Quick Plug™ technology, flexible rubber hoses, and a host of detailed features like separately applied wire handrails, photo - etched metal radiator fan grille, and highly - detailed underframe. It comes with McHenry® scale knuckle couplers, a Genesis driveline, all - wheel drive, and electrical pickup. LED lighting includes ditch and marker lights. The die - cast frame provides superior tractive effort, and it's fully assembled and ready to run. Sound - equipped models have an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound, operating in both DC and DCC with full DCC functions in DCC mode. The General Electric P42DC, or Genesis, is Amtrak's primary passenger locomotive. Via Rail owns 21 units. These models have detailed cab interiors and prototype - specific details for Amtrak and Via Rail.

Using your Athearn AMD103/P42DC VIA #915 locomotive is a breeze. It's fully assembled and ready to run right out of the box. Just place it on your HO - scale track and power it up. In DC mode, the engine, horn, and bell sounds work. Switch to DCC mode for full functions. You can even program a multiple - unit lashup with the lead unit controlling the horn, bell, and lights. When operating, the ditch lights will alternate when the horn is activated in DCC/sound - equipped versions. For storage, the packaging securely holds the model. To keep it in top shape, avoid rough handling. Clean the locomotive regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Check the wheels and electrical pickups occasionally to ensure smooth operation. If you need to adjust any functions, refer to the CV chart included in the box. Enjoy your realistic and high - quality model train experience!