HO Athearn SW1500 Locomotive with DCC and Sound FTRL 1515 (ATH-2544)

Introducing the HO-scale Athearn SW1500 switcher locomotive with DCC and sound in the FTRL livery, road number 1515. This compact 1,500-horsepower diesel switcher is designed for industrial yards and light freight on HO layouts, delivering authentic switching performance with onboard sound and DCC compatibility for versatile operation.

Inside, the model houses an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Econami sound and a single cube speaker, capable of running on both DC and DCC layouts. It features LED lighting, dual exhaust stacks, see-through radiator grille and cab windows, finely detailed handrails, a detailed cab interior, and separately applied grab irons, plus McHenry scale knuckle couplers and RP25 wheels for reliable operation. Quick Plug 21-pin DCC readiness and a refined 5-pole skew-wound motor with flywheels help ensure smooth, quiet performance, with an 18-inch minimum radius making it suitable for typical HO layouts, and Legendary Liveries offering a range of authentic paint schemes, including historical alternates.