{"product_id":"athg-1621","title":"HO SD70M Locomotive with DCC and Sound, WP #3703 (ATHG-1621)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_description\"\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003eHO-scale SD70M Locomotive with DCC and Sound is a detailed, ready-to-run freight locomotive for HO layouts. It features an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound and can operate in both DC and DCC modes, with full DCC functions available when in DCC mode and engine, horn, and bell sounds active in DC. The model rides on a heavy die-cast frame with a Genesis driveline, a five-pole skew-wound motor, precision flywheels, and a multi-link drivetrain for smooth, quiet pulling power. All-wheel electrical pickup and RP25-contour wheels provide reliable current and smooth operation on most brands of track. Realistic details include see-through cab windows with a full interior, windshield wipers, walkways, scale handrails, and a detailed fuel tank with gauges and breather pipes; LED lighting adds to the lifelike appearance. Couplers are body-mounted scale knuckles (Kadee-compatible), and the model uses Quick Plug 21-pin NEM connectivity for easy DCC setup, with a CV chart included for fine-tuning. It’s offered in standard WP livery and in Legendary Liveries editions that celebrate iconic or alternate schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003cp\u003eOn the layout, this SD70M is built for versatile, realistic operation: smooth slow-speed control, multi-unit lashups, and the ability to adjust many functions via CVs. The model includes grime-ready variants and a Primed for Grime edition to support weathering. Track requirements call for a minimum turning radius of 18 inches, with 22 inches recommended for best performance on curves. Road-name options cover a range of fleets with authentic details such as horns, ditch lights, and antennas, while Legendary Liveries is an exclusive Athearn program offering some of the most famous and historically-inspired paint schemes, perfect for collectors and operators seeking a distinctive roster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Athearn Genesis (ATHG)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47610616807476,"sku":"ATHG-1621","price":286.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/6653\/8292\/files\/ATHG-1621.jpg?v=1774302787","url":"https:\/\/nankinhobby.com\/products\/athg-1621","provider":"Nankin Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}