HO EMD SD9043MAC Locomotive UP #8044 (ATHG27279)

HO Union Pacific SD9043MAC Locomotive is an HO-scale replica of UP’s late-1990s high-horsepower diesel, designed to bring authentic UP power to a layout. It captures UP’s distinctive features, including the Leslie 3-chime horn, a large EMD plow, and front ditch lights, delivering a bold silhouette and prototype-like presence on the rails. Fully assembled and ready to run, this model provides a faithful centerpiece for UP-themed operations.

On the detail side, Genesis design includes scale features such as illuminated ground lights and number boards, etched see-through walkway steps, a full cab interior, and walkways with tread, all housed in a heavy die-cast frame for traction. Eight-wheel drive with precision gears and all-wheel electrical pickup ensures smooth, quiet operation, with RP25 wheel contours for compatibility with common HO track. LED lighting enhances realism, while sound-equipped versions include an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2, dual cube speakers, and operation in both DC and DCC with full DCC functionality; CV adjustments let enthusiasts tailor engine, horn, and bell sounds, with a CV chart included. The model is accurately painted and printed and designed for reliable running on larger-radius layouts (minimum 18 inches; 22 inches recommended).