The ATLAS Gold 40005227 N Scale EMD SD50 locomotive represents Norfolk Southern #6332 in black and white. Note that pictures may show a different road number. In the early 1980s, EMD introduced the SD - 50 with a 16 - cylinder, 3500 h.p. engine, achieving power previously from a 20 - cylinder locomotive. The longer frame relocated dynamic brake resistors to a cooler area. Visually, the SD - 60 is similar to the SD - 50, with main internal changes like replacing the 645F engine with the 710G. You can tell them apart by the door panels. In 1988, the 'wide nose' or'safety cab' became an option for US railroads. Key features include ditch lights, directional lighting, separate plow and winterization hatch, blackened wheels, a slow - speed motor, AccuMate® magnetic knuckle couplers, and Golden - White LEDs. Gold locomotives offer DCC operation with RailCom and RailComPlus, flexible function key mapping, and 6 DCC function outputs. They also have over 20 sound effects, user - selectable horns and bells, and ESU’s 'Full Throttle' features for realistic running.

Using this N - scale locomotive is easy. First, if you're using DCC operation, make sure your system is set up according to the DCC programming modes supported by the locomotive. You can adjust speed steps and addressing as needed. When it comes to sound functionality, just select your preferred sound effects like engine start - up or the horn. For maintenance, keep the locomotive clean. You can use a soft brush to remove dust from the wheels and the body. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or moisture. If you need to replace the plow or winterization hatch, carefully install them as per the model's design. And remember, the AccuMate® couplers are made under license, so handle them gently to maintain their performance.