The Atlas Gold 40005468 presents a remarkable N scale model train - the GE B30 - 7 C&O Chessie System locomotive #8243 in stunning blue, yellow, and vermillion colors. Note that the picture might show a different road number. General Electric's 'Dash 7' locomotive line replaced the older 'Universal - Series' from the 60s and early 70s. It offered increased fuel efficiency, tractive effort, and reliability. The B23 - 7 replaced the 2,250HP U23B model. First produced for Conrail in September 1977, production lasted until 1984, with 535 units built. Conrail was the biggest purchaser, with 141 units in its fleet. The B23 - 7 had distinct features. Its long hood stepped out at the exhaust stack to fit a relocated oil cooler, and its frame was 2 feet longer than the U23B's. It came with an FB - 2 style truck as standard, though some railroads used 'trade - in' trucks, so AAR type B and Blomberg trucks could be found on some models. The six power assembly doors near the long - hood center indicate it's powered by a 12 - cylinder GE FDL engine. This model boasts many features. It has directional lighting with golden - white LEDs, dual brass flywheels, a low - friction mechanism, accurate painting and lettering, and factory - installed AccuMate® magnetic knuckle couplers. For DCC operation (GOLD LOCOMOTIVES ONLY), it supports all DCC - programming modes, includes RailCom and RailComPlus with 14, 28 or 128 speed steps and 2 - digit and 4 - digit addressing, has flexible mapping of function keys F0 to F28, offers 6 DCC function outputs that can be individually function - mapped, and follows all NMRA DCC standards. The ESU LokSound (GOLD LOCOMOTIVES ONLY) provides over 20 sound effects like engine start - up and shutdown, prime mover sounds through all eight notches, bell, air horn, air compressor, and dynamic brakes. There are up to 16 user - selectable horns, 2 user - selectable bells, and 2 user - selectable synchronized brake squeals, along with manual and automatic notching modes for true realism.

Using your Atlas Gold N scale model train is a breeze. First, make sure your DCC system is set up correctly. Connect the locomotive to the track and power it on. You can use the DCC controller to operate the train, adjusting its speed and direction easily. For the sound features, simply use the function keys on your controller to activate different sound effects like the horn or bell. When it comes to maintenance, keep the locomotive clean. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe away dust and debris. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they might damage the paint or the mechanism. Store the train in a cool, dry place when not in use. Check the couplers regularly to ensure they are working properly. If you need to lubricate the moving parts, use a small amount of model - train - specific lubricant. Always follow the DCC system's instructions when programming the locomotive's functions. Remember, the picture might show a different road number, so don't be surprised if your locomotive looks a bit different from what's shown in the image.