ATLAS Gold 40005241 presents the EMD SD60M Carload Express #6002 in maroon and yellow, N Scale. It comes with ditch lights, DCC, and sound. Note that pictures might show a different road number. The EMD SD - 50, introduced in the early 1980s, had a 16 - cylinder, 3500 h.p. engine for power previously from a 20 - cylinder locomotive. Its longer frame relocated dynamic brake resistors to a cooler area. The SD - 60 looks similar to the SD - 50 but has internal changes, like the 710G engine replacing the 645F. You can tell them apart by the door panels. In 1988, the 'wide nose' or'safety cab' was an option for US railroads. The nose contour changed in 1991. Key features include deck or pilot - mounted ditch lights, directional lighting, separate plow and winterization hatch, blackened wheels, a slower - speed motor, AccuMate® magnetic knuckle couplers, and Golden - White LEDs. Gold locomotives offer great DCC operation with support for all programming modes, RailCom, flexible function key mapping, and 6 function outputs. Sound functionality has over 20 effects, multiple user - selectable horns, bells, and brake squeals, plus ESU’s 'Full Throttle' features for realism. AccuMate® couplers are licensed from AccuRail, Inc.

Using this ATLAS Gold N Scale EMD SD60M Carload Express locomotive is easy. First, make sure you have a compatible DCC system if you want to use the DCC features. Connect the locomotive to the track and power on the system. You can then control the speed and direction using your DCC controller. For the sound functionality, you can select different sound effects through the DCC system. When it comes to installation, you can install the separate plow and winterization hatch as you like. Here are some important notes. Keep the locomotive away from water and high - humidity areas. Avoid dropping or hitting it, as it can damage the delicate parts. For maintenance, regularly clean the wheels with a soft cloth to ensure good electrical contact. Check the couplers to make sure they are working properly. If you notice any issues with the DCC or sound functions, refer to the DCC system's manual or contact customer support.