HO Dash 9-44CW Locomotive with DCC and Sound, NS #8888 (ATHG31675)

HO-scale Dash 9-44CW locomotive with DCC and sound in Norfolk Southern livery ( NS 8888 ) — a detailed, ready-to-run model that recreates GE’s 4000hp freight powerhouse from the late 1990s. This NS unit includes an onboard DCC decoder with Tsunami2 sound and two speakers for authentic engine, horn, and bell audio, and it runs on both DC and DCC. The prototype look is brought to life with illuminated ground lights above the front trucks, front and rear walkway lights, and number boards, along with etched see-through walkway steps and a full cab interior for lifelike detail on every layout scene.

Designed for realism and reliability, this Dash 9-44CW features a robust Genesis driveline, all-wheel electrical pickup, RP25 wheel contours for smooth operation on HO track, and a heavy die-cast frame for traction and quiet running. It ships fully assembled and ready to run, with scale-accurate paint and detailed features. For layout flexibility, it offers DCC-friendly Quick Plug technology with a 21-pin NEM connector and CV-based tuning for speed, sound, and lighting, while a minimum radius of 18 inches (22 inches recommended) keeps curves calm on most HO layouts.