HO GP18 Locomotive with DCC and Sound, CCT #1795 (ATHG-1367)

HO GP18 Locomotive with DCC and Sound in the CCT #1795 scheme is an HO-scale diesel model built for realistic operation on a home layout. It features a DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 and dual cube speakers, delivering engine, horn, and bell sounds that perform in both DC and DCC modes. In DCC, full function control is available, while in DC the sounds and lights still respond for a convincing running experience. The model rides on a heavy die-cast frame with a 5-pole skew-wound motor and precision gearing for smooth, quiet operation and strong pulling power. Details include see-through cab windows with a full interior, etched radiator and fan grilles, wire grab irons, and body-mounted scale knuckle couplers compatible with Kadee; it also features RP25 wheel contours for compatibility with common HO track.

Road-name specific detailing for the CCT variant includes non-dynamic operation with roof access hatches, front and rear gyralights (visible in DCC), 1700-gallon fuel tank, partial skirting above the tank, wheel bearings per prototype, and the Nathan P5 horn. Designed for HO layouts, it rides on RP25-contoured wheels and fits on tracks with an 18-inch minimum radius (22 inches recommended). The model is DCC-ready with a 21-pin NEM connector and Quick Plug plug-and-play for easy DCC setup, and a CV chart is included to tailor sound and function to taste, making it a highly authentic addition to an HO roster.