HO GP38-2 Locomotive with DCC & Sound, EMD Lease #813 (ATHG71830)

HO GP38-2 Locomotive with DCC & Sound, EMD Lease #813 is an HO-scale diesel model that recreates an ex-CR GP38-2 from the EMD Lease era, carrying road number 813. It features period-accurate touches such as lighted class lights and illuminated number boards, a short fuel tank, and a Sinclair antenna. Road-number specific refinements for 813 mirror a mid-phase unit with chicken-wire grilles, a four-stack exhaust, a Nathan 3-chime horn, front small plow, rear weedcutter plow, black fuel and air tanks, and small cab numbers, delivering an authentic look for CR/EMD Lease era operations on a modern layout. This combination of era-correct cosmetics and proven GP38-2 detailing makes it a standout piece for yards, cuttings, and mainline runs.

Inside, the model emphasizes scale-detail and dependable operation with features such as coupler cut levers, MU hoses, Trainline hose, see-through cab windows, a full cab interior, walkways, windshield wipers, lift rings, wire grab irons, and sander lines. It is DCC-ready for easy decoder installation, and sound-equipped versions pair a DCC decoder with Tsunami2 sound and dual speakers for authentic engine, horn, and bell sounds that work in both DC and DCC. The locomotive rides on a heavy die-cast frame for traction, with RP25 wheels and LED lighting for steady performance and visibility. Fully assembled and packaged securely for storage, the model has an 18" minimum radius (22" recommended) to ensure smooth curves on typical HO layouts.