Athearn Genesis presents the ATHG31789 GE AC4400CW locomotive in the Kansas City Southern livery, numbered #2020. It's in HO scale and comes equipped with DCC and sound features. The KCS locomotives have unique features like an as - delivered look, a large plow, high - mount number boards, and more. The AC4400CW series locomotive offers amazing details, from DCC - ready Quick Plug™ technology to accurately painted schemes and LED lighting. Sound - equipped models have onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound and dual cube speakers for great audio. These locomotives were introduced in 1993 and were a staple of modern railroading. Athearn has recreated all the details through research and precision tooling.

Using your Athearn Genesis GE AC4400CW locomotive is easy. First, make sure your track is clean and properly connected. Place the locomotive on the track and power it up. If you're using DCC, you can control various functions like speed, lights, and horn sounds using your DCC controller. In DC mode, you can still enjoy basic functions like the engine, horn, and bell sounds. When handling the locomotive, be gentle to avoid damaging the delicate parts such as the etched walkway steps and wire grab irons. For storage, use the provided packaging to keep it safe. To maintain your locomotive, regularly clean the wheels and electrical contacts with a soft cloth. Check the couplers for any signs of wear and lubricate the moving parts occasionally with a small amount of model - specific lubricant. If you have any issues with the sound or DCC functions, refer to the included CV chart to make adjustments.