This Athearn ATHG65810 SD45 - 2 Santa Fe locomotive in HO scale, numbered SF #5658, comes equipped with DCC and Sound Tsunami2. The ATSF Bicentennial version features a late - style anticlimber, snowplow, air conditioner, a can - style radio antenna on a raised ground plane, dual Xenon strobe lights with a flash function in DCC, and a windowless nose door. In 1975, Santa Fe celebrated the USA's Bicentennial by repainting 5 SD45 - 2's in a bold red, white, and blue paint scheme. The ATSF model has an early - style anticlimber and a beacon that functions in DCC. The SD45 - 2 locomotive itself offers many great features like coupler cut levers, MU hoses, see - through cab windows, a full cab interior, and fine - scale Celcon handrails. It has a Genesis driveline for smooth operation, all - wheel drive and electrical pickup, and LED lighting for a realistic look. The sound - equipped models have an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound, working in both DC and DCC. The SD45 - 2 was a successful upgrade from EMD, popular and long - lasting. Product specs include lighted LED, Sound Tsunami2, Sub Brand GENESIS, DCC Equipped, HO Scale, 6 Axles, Era 1971 - 1990, and Prototype Manufacturer EMD.

Using this Athearn SD45 - 2 Santa Fe locomotive is easy. First, make sure your track is clean and properly connected. If you're using DCC, connect your controller according to the instructions. For DC operation, simply connect the power supply. When running the locomotive, start at a slow speed to let it get used to the track. You can use the various functions like the lights, horn, and bell in both DC and DCC modes. In DCC, you can also program multiple units. As for maintenance, regularly clean the wheels and electrical pickups with a soft, dry cloth to ensure good current flow. Check the couplers for any damage or debris. Store the locomotive in its original packaging when not in use to protect it from dust and scratches. Make sure to handle it gently, especially when attaching or detaching cars, as the fine - scale details are delicate. If you want to change any functions, you can do so via Configuration Value (CV) changes, but follow the manual carefully.