HO GEN EMD SD70ACU Locomotive with DCC and Sound, NS #7309 (ATHG-1163)

HO-scale EMD SD70ACU Locomotive with DCC and Sound in Norfolk Southern livery (NS 7309) is a ready-to-run diesel model designed for realistic operation on a home railroad. It combines a DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound to reproduce engine, horn, and bell noises, delivering an authentic NS power unit experience in both DC and DCC modes.

On the rails, the model features illuminated truck lights and number boards, see-through air intakes, and a full cab interior for lifelike detail. It rides on eight-wheel drive with a heavy die-cast frame for traction and quiet running, while RP25-contour wheels and body-mounted scale knuckle couplers support smooth operation and realistic coupling. Fully assembled and ready to run, it uses Quick Plug-style DCC readiness with a 21-pin NEM connector, a dedicated onboard DCC decoder, and dual cube speakers for rich sound; it operates on DC or DCC with NMRA-compatible functions, supports CV adjustments and MU lashups, and includes a CV chart to tailor performance. The Norfolk Southern livery is carefully painted and printed for an accurate, display-worthy finish.