HO SD40-2 Locomotive with DCC and Sound NS #3261 (ATH-1809)

HO Scale Norfolk Southern SD40-2 Locomotive with DCC and Sound in NS livery, road number 3261. This ready-to-run model brings the power and presence of the SD40-2 to your railroad, featuring a DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Econami sound and a single speaker for authentic engine, horn, and bell effects that work in both DC and DCC. A heavy die-cast frame, precision gears, and all-wheel electrical pickup deliver smooth, quiet operation and solid pulling power, while RP25 wheel contours ensure reliable tracking on standard HO track. Bi-directional LED lighting adds realism for daytime and nighttime operation.

NS-specific details include a high short hood, bell on the long hood, breakaway end handrails, two firecracker antennas, a 4,000-gallon fuel tank, front plow, and walkways with flashing ditch lights (DCC only) that activate with the horn. The model also features see-through cab windows, see-through dynamic brake and radiator fans, fine-scale Celcon handrails, and photo-etched windshield wipers for a crisp, prototypical appearance. It comes fully assembled and ready to run on HO layouts, designed for radii as small as 18 inches (22 inches recommended). The DCC-equipped version offers NMRA-compatible functions, with a CV chart included for easy programming and MU lashup capabilities after setup.