HO Scale Diesel-Electric Locomotive SD38 CCGX #5201 Ready to Run (ATH88641)

An HO-scale, ready-to-run diesel-electric locomotive modeled after the General Motors Electro-Motive Division SD38/SD38AC, designed to bring a classic six-axle freight locomotive to HO layouts. It includes two road-number variants representing different prototypes: a DMIR‑inspired version with a short fuel tank and ditch lights, and an ex‑BLE version with a medium fuel tank and high-mount brakes; both feature all-weather windows, an M3 horn, UP-style plows, and a highly detailed injection-molded body with see-through cab windows and fine-scale handrails.

On the rails, this model delivers smooth operation with all-wheel drive and a robust drive train, including a five-pole motor with flywheels and RP25 wheels for reliable performance on standard HO track. It is DCC-ready with a NEM Quick Plug for easy digital control, and sound-equipped variants add Onboard Econami Sound by SoundTraxx for authentic engine, horn, and bell sounds. Fully assembled and ready-to-run, it also features McHenry scale knuckle couplers and bi-directional lighting to keep headlights bright in either direction, making it a practical and realistic addition to any railroad layout.