This Athearn ATHG82348 GP7 SLSF - Frisco #544 HO scale model train is a masterpiece. It features an eye - catching orange and white color scheme, making its debut in the Genesis series. The box comes with spark arrestors for you to apply. There's an operating Prime Stratolight beacon, a firecracker antenna, and 'canvas' sunshades. The modified fuel tank skirts add to its authenticity. Different road numbers have unique features. For example, #544 is a freight unit with warning stripes on the nose. The locomotive itself is packed with details. It has coupler cut levers, trainline and MU hoses, and drop steps. The 'Nub' style walkway tread, windshield wipers, and lift rings are also present. The detailed fuel tank and Blomberg - B trucks with appropriate bearing caps are remarkable. It's DCC - ready with Quick Plug™ plug - and - play technology and a 21 - pin NEM connector. The model is scaled from real - life prototypes, with accurately painted and printed paint schemes. The Genesis driveline with a 5 - pole skew wound motor ensures smooth and quiet operation. All - wheel drive and electrical pickup provide reliable performance. LED lighting gives it a realistic look, and the heavy die - cast frame offers great traction. It comes fully assembled and ready to run, with a minimum radius of 18”. The sound - equipped models feature an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound, working in both DC and DCC. In DC, engine, horn, and bell sounds work, and in DCC mode, all functions are NMRA compatible. You can program multiple unit lashups and change many functions via CV changes. The GP7 was introduced by EMD in 1949, and later upgraded to the GP9 in 1954. Many railroads rebuilt these locomotives for continued service.

Using this Athearn HO scale model train is a breeze. It comes fully assembled, so you can simply take it out of the packaging and place it on your track. Make sure the track has a minimum radius of 18 inches to ensure smooth operation. If you're using the sound - equipped model, it can work in both DC and DCC. In DC, you'll hear the engine, horn, and bell sounds. In DCC mode, you can take advantage of all the NMRA - compatible functions. You can even program multiple unit lashups with just the lead unit's horn, bell, and lights. When it comes to maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off any dust. Avoid getting it wet or exposing it to extreme temperatures. If you need to make changes to the functions, you can do so via Configuration Value (CV) changes. Just be careful when handling it, as it has many fine - scale details. Store it in its original packaging to keep it safe when not in use. This model is recommended for users aged 14 and above, so make sure to keep it out of reach of younger children.