HO SD45T-2 Locomotive with DCC and Sound, Bessamer & Lake Erie #902 (ATH86982)

HO SD45T-2 Locomotive with DCC and Sound in Bessemer & Lake Erie livery, unit 902, is a highly detailed HO-scale model built for serious railroaders who want authentic power and presence on the layout. It ships with an onboard DCC decoder and SoundTraxx Economi sound, and can run on both DC and DCC layouts with full function control. The BLE-specific features reproduce the prototype’s distinctive look—cab headlight with an upper gyralight, a standard window cab, a Leslie 3-chime horn on the long hood, pilot-mounted front ditch lights, and a small anticlimber—captured with fine-scale detailing that evokes the Tunnel Motors era.

On the rails, this six-axle diesel delivers the prototype’s reputation for heavy-duty performance with modern modeling fidelity. Expect fine-scale handrails, photo-etched windshield wipers, separate air tanks, LED lighting, and see-through radiator details, all captured in a richly detailed injection-molded body. The model rides on nickel-plated, blackened machined wheels with RP25 contours and uses McHenry scale knuckle couplers for realistic operation. It’s DCC-ready with a 21-pin NEM Quick Plug and supports extensive function control, including slow-speed running and MU lashups; it can run on DC as well. For best handling, provide a minimum 18-inch radius (22 inches recommended), making it a striking centerpiece for fans of the Tunnel Motors era.