HO GE Dash 9-44CW Locomotive with DCC & Sound ARZC #4403 (ATHG-1232)

An HO-scale GE Dash 9-44CW locomotive with DCC and sound, modeled in ARZC livery as road number 4403, brings authentic mainline power to an HO layout. This model includes a SoundTraxx Tsunami2 onboard sound system and a DCC decoder for engine, horn, and bell sounds, with dual speakers for clear, balanced audio. It runs on both DC and DCC layouts and uses Quick Plug plug-and-play technology with a 21-pin NEM connector for easy setup on compatible controllers.

On the rails, the Dash 9-44CW delivers smooth, dependable operation and strong pulling power thanks to a Genesis drive with a 5-pole motor, precision flywheels, and a multi-link drivetrain, all mounted in a heavy die-cast frame. Realistic details include LED lighting, etched walkways, see-through cab windows, full cab interior, windscreen wipers, and body-mounted scale knuckle couplers with RP25 wheels for tracking on most HO track. Road-number 4403 is depicted with no heralds and a large dome antenna, while AZRC features include PTC antennas and licensing by Operational Lifesaver, making it a faithful, ready-to-run centerpiece for an ARZC roster. The model is designed for HO layouts with a minimum radius of 18 inches and a recommended radius of 22 inches for best performance.