HO SDP40F Locomotive with DCC & Sound ATSF #5253 (ATHG64222)

HO Santa Fe SDP40F Locomotive with DCC and Sound, road number 5253, is a detailed HO-scale model that recreates Santa Fe’s SDP40F freight locomotives in their classic configuration. This release captures the early front-end variations, including 5253’s plated-over steps and enclosed platform with a forward beacon and horn, and it includes authentic touches like air conditioning, illuminated ground lights, illuminated number boards, working truck lights, separate see-through air intake grills, and MU hoses. Designed to run on HO layouts with DCC control and onboard sound, it offers a realistic, ready-to-operate experience for Santa Fe fans and model railroaders alike.

Inside, an onboard DCC decoder with Tsunami2 sound and two speakers delivers engine, horn, and bell sounds in both DC and DCC, with full NMRA-compatible function control. The model features front and rear trainline hoses, non-skid end walks, a detailed cab interior with control stand, and a scale-detailed fuel tank and walkways. A heavy die-cast frame with eight-wheel drive provides solid traction, while RP25-contoured wheels ensure smooth operation on most tracks. Quick Plug 21-pin NEM-compatible DCC installation, CV tuning for slow-speed performance, and lashup capabilities round out the package; minimum radius is 18 inches, with 22 inches recommended for best results.