HO Athearn GP50 Locomotive with DCC and Sound CR Legendary Liveries #4500 (ATH-1533)

HO-scale GP50 locomotive in CR Legendary Liveries, designed for DCC operation and ready to run out of the box. This detailed model captures the GP50’s distinctive silhouette with authentic decoration, making it a compelling centerpiece for modern-era HO layouts or proto-freelance schemes.

Inside, a robust five-pole motor with flywheels and a multi-link drive delivers smooth, quiet operation, while a heavy die-cast frame provides traction and pulling power. See-through cab windows, factory-installed Celcon handrails, and individually applied wire-form grab irons add scale realism, and LED headlights, ditch lights, and beacons illuminate the prototype’s look where appropriate. It is DCC-ready with a 21-pin NEM plug for easy decoder installation and optional sound, features all-wheel drive and reliable current pickup, separately applied horns, McHenry scale knuckle couplers, and nickel-plated RP25-contour wheels for smooth operation on HO track. The model ships fully assembled and decorated on a highly detailed injection-molded body, with a minimum radius of 18 inches (22 inches recommended) for best performance, and replacement parts are available if needed.