HO Dash 9-44CW Locomotive Union Pacific 9713 (ATHG31577)

An HO-scale Union Pacific Dash 9-44CW locomotive, road number 9713, this model reproduces the patched and renumbered CNW units that UP continued to operate after the merger. It captures the 1994 UP paint scheme and prototype detailing such as patchwork patterns, logo placement, and burn marks specific to the road number, with a GPS dome included for later-era operations and a Leslie RS3L horn to reflect the prototype’s character.

Designed for HO layouts, the Dash 9-44CW combines a heavy die-cast frame with a Genesis driveline and a 5-pole motor for solid traction and smooth operation. It features illuminated ground lights above the front trucks, front and rear walkway lights, and number boards, plus etched see-through walkway steps and a full cab interior. The model is DCC-ready with Quick Plug 21-pin NEM connectors, body-mounted scale knuckle couplers, and RP25 wheels for reliable track performance, with sound-equipped versions offering a Tsunami2 decoder and dual speakers for authentic engine, horn, and bell sounds on both DC and DCC. Minimum radius is 18 inches, with 22 inches recommended for optimal running.