HO GP7 Locomotive with DCC and Sound RDG #626 (ATHG82720)

HO-scale Reading GP7 Locomotive with DCC and Sound, RDG 626 is a detailed ready-to-run model built for HO layouts. It recreates EMD’s GP7 in Reading’s dark green and yellow scheme, with era-appropriate touches like long-hood-forward operation, RDG’s distinctive L-shaped grabs on the short hood, cab rain gutters, and a fully detailed fuel tank. This model is designed for DCC operation and on-board sound, delivering authentic diesel performance and a realistic presence on any layout.

Power comes from a Genesis driveline with a five-pole motor and a heavy die-cast frame for traction and smooth operation, with all-wheel drive and reliable electrical pickup. It rides on RP25-contoured wheels, features LED lighting, see-through cab windows with a full interior, and fine-scale Celcon handrails for a true-to-scale look. Body-mounted, Kadee-compatible couplers keep operations realistic, and DCC-ready Quick Plug technology with a 21-pin NM connector simplifies installation. Sound-equipped versions add a Tsunami2 onboard decoder with dual speakers and full DCC functionality—engine, horn, and bell sounds in both DC and DCC modes with precise slow-speed control—while RDG-specific detailing such as horn choice and fuel-tank configuration enhance prototype authenticity for Reading’s GP7s from the diesel era.