HO EMD SD40-2 Locomotive ATSF #5064 (ATH-1227)

HO EMD SD40-2 Locomotive in Santa Fe livery (ATSF #5064) is a highly detailed, ready-to-run HO-scale model that faithfully recreates EMD’s Dash 2 era diesel. It’s designed for model railroaders who want an authentic, reliable locomotive to handle everyday freight operation on their layout.

Built on a heavy die-cast frame with all-wheel drive and a 5-pole motor, it delivers smooth, quiet pulling power and robust traction. Prototypical detailing includes flexible MU hoses, see-through cab windows, a detailed fuel tank with gauges, fine-scale Celcon handrails, and photo-etch windshield wipers. Lighting features LED front and rear headlights (and ditch lights/beacons where applicable), and the model uses McHenry scale knuckle couplers with RP25 wheels for realistic operation. Non-sound versions are DCC-ready with a 21-pin NEM plug; sound-equipped variants include a SoundTraxx Econami decoder and a single speaker, with NMRA-compatible functions in DCC mode and engine/horn/bell sounds operable in DC. Minimum radius is 18 inches (22 inches recommended) to ensure smooth operation on most layouts, and the prototype-inspired paint schemes deliver authentic Santa Fe styling.