HO GE Dash 9-44CW Locomotive with DCC and Sound, UP #9573 (ATHG-1213)

HO-scale GE Dash 9-44CW Locomotive with DCC and Sound in Union Pacific livery, UP #9573, is a detailed model designed for HO-layout enthusiasts who want a faithful, modern freight locomotive in their roster. It features an onboard DCC decoder and SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound, delivering authentic engine, horn, and bell audio with full DCC functionality on DCC layouts, while engine and horn/bell sounds remain audible on DC setups.

Built around a heavy die-cast frame for traction, this Dash 9-44CW combines Genesis drive with a five-pole motor, precision flywheels, and an all-wheel drivetrain for smooth, quiet operation. It includes LED lighting, see-through cab windows, etched walkway steps, Celcon handrails, and a detailed fuel tank, plus body-mounted scale knuckle couplers and RP25 wheels for realistic tracking. The DCC-ready Quick Plug system uses a 21-pin NEM connector for easy installation, with CV adjustments for MU lashups and slow-speed tuning; minimum radius is 18 inches (22 inches recommended).