HO F45u Locomotive with DCC and Sound ATSF #5956 (ATHG18369)

HO-scale Santa Fe F45u Locomotive with DCC and Sound, road number 5956, is a detailed cab-unit model that recreates the rebuild-era power seen in mid-1980s Santa Fe freight service. Built on a heavy die-cast frame with all-wheel drive, it delivers solid pulling power and smooth operation on HO layouts. The model features a full cab interior, see-through cab windows, wire grab irons, and a detailed fuel system with fuel fillers, gauges, and breather pipes, all crafted for a faithful, scale-accurate appearance. RP25-contoured wheels help ensure compatibility with most HO track brands, while road-number-specific detailing reflects the rebuild era of 5956. It ships fully assembled and ready to run.

Sound-equipped versions include an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound, delivering authentic engine, horn, and bell sounds and enabling full DCC functionality on DCC layouts (it also runs on DC). It is DCC-ready with Quick Plug plug-and-play technology using a 21-pin NEM connector and NMRA-compatible CVs for lashups and tuning, with a CV chart included. The model features bidirectional LED lighting and a carefully applied Santa Fe paint scheme, designed for HO layouts with a minimum radius of 18 inches and a recommended 22 inches for best performance. All-wheel drive, a heavy die-cast frame, and RP25 wheels contribute to smooth, confident operation, while the onboard decoder makes MU lashups and custom sound and lighting adjustments straightforward.