HO GP18 Locomotive with DCC & Sound Southern/CofG #171 X (ATHG-1379)

HO GP18 Locomotive with DCC & Sound in Southern/CofG livery, road number 171X is a meticulously detailed diesel switcher designed for realistic operation on modern layouts. It combines a DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 and dual cube speakers for authentic engine, horn, and bell sounds, and it runs in both DC and DCC modes with full DCC function control when used in DCC mode. The model also features see-through cab windows with a full interior and careful detailing such as fine-scale handrails and etched grills.

Inside, a Genesis driveline powers a 5-pole skew-wound motor with precision flywheels and a multi-link drivetrain, all housed in a heavy die-cast frame for traction and pulling power. It uses body-mounted McHenry knuckle couplers (Kadee compatible), RP25 wheels, and all-wheel electrical pickup for smooth, reliable operation, with DCC-ready Quick Plug plug-and-play support via a 21-pin NEM connector. Road-number specific features for 171X include Nathan P5 horn, pilot-mounted foot boards, hood-mounted bell, and Southern/CofG paint with "C of G" sub lettering, plus roof access hatches on non-dynamic units per prototype; minimum radius 18 inches (22 inches recommended) for best performance on typical layouts.