{"product_id":"ath84986","title":"HO Old Time 2-8-0 Locomotive V\u0026T #30 (ATH84986)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_description\"\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003eHO-scale Old Time 2-8-0 Locomotive, V\u0026amp;T No. 30, is a finely detailed, ready-to-run model that captures the look of a classic steam freight engine. It features see-through cab windows, separately applied wire-form details, a smoke stack, and a boiler-mounted bell, with bi-directional LED lighting that stays bright in both directions. The drivetrain uses a heavy die-cast frame and a 5-pole motor with precision flywheels and a multi-link drive for smooth, quiet operation. All-wheel drive with precise gears and electrical pickup delivers dependable pulling power, while McHenry scale-knuckle couplers and nickel-plated, blackened machined wheels with RP25 contours ensure reliable performance on most HO track. Finished with authentic paint and decoration on a highly detailed injection-molded body, the model is DCC-ready with a 21-pin plug for easy decoder installation. Minimum radius is 18 inches, with 22 inches recommended for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003eSome versions include onboard DCC sound with a SoundTraxx Ecomani system that runs on both DC and DCC, providing full DCC functionality and precise slow-speed control. They support multiple-unit lashups with a lead unit horn, bell, and lights, and many features can be adjusted via CV changes, with a CV chart included in the box. The 2-8-0 wheel arrangement — two leading wheels, eight driving wheels — is a classic heavy-freight layout known for traction and the ability to haul heavy loads at steady speeds, making this model a compelling centerpiece for HO layouts that value historical accuracy and dependable operation on 18- to 22-inch curves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Athearn (ATH)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47606323773492,"sku":"ATH84986","price":214.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/6653\/8292\/files\/ATH84986.jpg?v=1774276032","url":"https:\/\/nankinhobby.com\/products\/ath84986","provider":"Nankin Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}