Athearn Genesis presents the ATHG19555 F7 A locomotive in the Erie Lackawanna livery, freight number 7121, in HO scale. It comes equipped with DCC and Sound Tsunami2 for an immersive experience.
Detailed Information
EL Unit Features
- 'Blatt' Horns
- FARR Grilles
- No front MU cables
- Removed side skirts
- Antennas accurate per road number
- Spark Arrestors for modelers to install (era-dependent)
Locomotive Features
- Full cab interior
- Wire grab irons
- Coupler cut levers
- See-through cab windows
- Flexible rubber trainline and MU hoses
- Windshield wipers
- Lift rings
- Blomberg-B trucks
- Sander lines
- Directional constant lighting with steady headlight
- Separately applied detail parts
- Detailed fuel tank
- DCC-ready with Quick Plug™ and 21-pin NEM connector
- Accurately painted and printed
- McHenry scale knuckle couplers (Kadee compatible)
- Fully assembled and ready to run
- Scaled from prototype resources
- Genesis driveline for smooth operation
- All-wheel drive and electrical pickup
- RP25 contour wheels for all popular tracks
- LED lighting for a realistic look
- Heavy die-cast frame for traction
- Secure packaging for storage
- Replacement parts available
- Minimum radius 18', recommended 22'
Sound-Equipped Model Features
- Onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound
- Dual cube speakers for great sound
- Operates in both DC and DCC
- Individual sound boards in A and B units
- Engine, horn, and bell sounds in DC
- Some limited functions in DC
- NMRA compatible in DCC mode
- Excellent low-speed operation
- Programmable MU lashup
- Lighting effects
- Function changes via CV
- CV chart included
Prototype Specific Information
The EMD F-units were diesel-electric locomotives produced from 1939 - 1960 by GM Electro-Motive and GM-Diesel. Assembled in Illinois and Canada, they were sold across North America. Structurally, they had a carbody design with a bulldog nose. They were very successful, replacing steam locomotives in freight service. Sometimes called 'covered wagons', trains with only F-units were 'wagon trains'. Information from Wikipedia under CC-BY-SA license.
Specifications
| DCC: | Equipped |
| SOUND: | Tsunami2 |
| PROTOTYPE MANUFACTURER: | EMD |
| Axles: | 4 |
| LIGHTED: | LED Lighting |
| Minimum Age Recommendation: | 14 years |
| Is Assembly Required: | No |
Using this Athearn HO scale locomotive is easy. Since it's fully assembled, you can simply place it on your track and start running it right away. If you're using DCC, it's ready to go with the Quick Plug™ technology. For sound operation, it works in both DC and DCC modes, offering engine, horn, and bell sounds. Just connect it to your power source and enjoy. When running it, keep in mind the minimum radius of 18 inches, but a 22 - inch radius is recommended for better performance. As for maintenance, keep it clean. You can gently dust the locomotive with a soft brush to prevent dirt buildup. Check the wheels regularly for any debris that might affect its movement. If you notice any parts are damaged, replacement parts are available. And remember, this product is recommended for users 14 years and older.
