HO GP18 Locomotive CofG/SOU #175 (ATHG-1364)

This HO-scale GP18 locomotive in CofG/SOU #175 livery is a faithful, ready-to-run representation of EMD’s GP18 switcher, built for model railroaders who prize accuracy and detail. It features see-through cab windows with a full interior, etched radiator and fan grilles, and scale-accurate walkways, grab irons, and other detailing. A heavy die-cast frame houses a Genesis five-pole motor with all-wheel drive for smooth, quiet pulling power, while body-mounted Kadee-compatible couplers and RP25 wheel contours ensure reliable operation on HO track. DCC-ready Quick Plug technology with a 21-pin NEM connector makes DCC installation or sound upgrades straightforward.

Road-number specific features include #175 in the SOU/CofG paint scheme with Central of Georgia lettering on the long hood, a Nathan P5 horn, pilot-mounted foot boards, and a hood-mounted bell. Sound-equipped variants add on-board DCC decoding with SoundTraxx Tsunami2, dual cube speakers, and full DCC functionality, while still operating in DC. Designed for HO layouts, it accepts minimum radii of 18 inches (22 inches recommended) and uses bidirectional LED lighting to keep headlight brightness constant in both directions, making it a convincing centerpiece for era-accurate operation.