HO FP45 Locomotive CB&Q #9997 (ATHG18288)

HO-scale FP45 Locomotive in CB&Q livery is a detailed, ready-to-run model that faithfully captures the FP45’s distinctive full-width cowl body and CB&Q markings. It’s designed for model railroaders who want an authentic, visually striking locomotive to power a CB&Q–themed scene or to add credible motive power to an HO-scale roster.

Inside, the model rides on a heavy die-cast frame with a Genesis-style drivetrain and a five-pole motor, plus RP25-contoured wheels and all-wheel drive for smooth, quiet operation and reliable current pickup. It features a full cab interior and see-through cab windows, wire grab irons, coupler cut levers, lift rings, windshield wipers, walkways and a detailed fuel tank—all finished with prototypical paint. CB&Q-specific touches include split Leslie S3L horns, a firecracker antenna, a winterization hatch, steam generator details, and an upper oscillating light that operates on DC or DCC versions. The model is designed to be DCC-ready with plug-and-play decoder compatibility; some versions include onboard DCC with Tsunami2 sound for authentic engine, horn and bell sounds and full DCC functionality. It’s suitable for DC or DCC operation and includes a CV chart to tune performance, with a minimum radius of 18 inches (22 inches recommended). Fully assembled and painted in accurate schemes, this FP45 is ready to run on most HO layouts.