HO F45 Locomotive ATSF #5918 (ATHG18268)

Santa Fe F45 Locomotive, Road Number 5918, HO scale. This highly detailed HO model reproduces the Santa Fe’s distinctive F45 cowl locomotive, designed for freight service with a sleek, aerodynamic silhouette. It arrives fully assembled and ready to run, featuring a full cab interior, see-through cab windows, wire grab irons, and scale handrails, all mounted to a heavy die-cast frame for added traction. RP25-profile wheels ensure smooth operation on HO track, and the DCC-ready Quick Plug 21-pin NEM connector makes decoder installation straightforward; sound-equipped versions offer Tsunami2 onboard sound for authentic engine, horn, and bell on compatible layouts.

Road-number specific detailing mirrors prototype practice, with #5918 representing an un-rebuilt late-1970s configuration and other road numbers reflecting rebuilds from the 1980s and 1990s. The model supports both DC and DCC operation, and sound-equipped variants deliver realistic locomotive performance and sounds. For layout fit, a minimum 18-inch radius is possible, though 22-inch curves are recommended for the smoothest operation, with era-appropriate details such as a Leslie RS3L horn on a low bracket, Sinclair antennas, and a Prime Stratolight beacon enhancing the authentic appearance.