HO Dash 9-44CW Locomotive Sound-Ready, UP #9808 (ATH78056)

An HO-scale Dash 9-44CW locomotive finished in Union Pacific livery with UP 9808, this model is sound-ready for authentic operation on HO layouts. It arrives with a 21-pin DCC plug and pre-installed speakers, enabling realistic engine sound and smooth motion when connected to a decoder. Realistic details include operating ditch lights, road-name-specific horn and plow, rear grills, trucks, and antennas, plus see-through cab windows and fine-scale handrails. A heavy die-cast frame, 5-pole motor, and all-wheel drive deliver solid pulling power and quiet operation, while steerable or Hi-Ad trucks with separate shock struts and brake cylinders, McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers, and RP25 wheel contours enhance overall realism on standard tracks.

Prototype context places the Dash 9-44CW in the early 1990s as a staple of North American freight service; the UP unit reflects that legacy with core components shared with the Dash 9-40CW, including the frame, Hi-Ad trucks, and robust traction package. This UP 9808 model makes a versatile centerpiece for modern freight on an HO layout, offering dependable DCC-ready performance, authentic lighting, and detailed detailing that suits yard, siding, and mainline operation alike.