The Athearn Genesis ATHG71839 GP38 - 2 CWWR #817 is a fantastic HO scale model. It comes with DCC and Sound Tsunami2 for an immersive experience. The CWWR features lighted class lights, number boards, a Leslie 5 - chime horn, dual Xenon beacons, a small fuel tank, a 'weedcutter' front plow, a late - phase body with Q fans, corrugated grilles, and an 88” nose. The Chehalis Western, a Weyerhaeuser - owned class III shortline, used these locomotives from 1981 until 1992. The GP38 - 2 series has operating class lights and number boards. The Genesis diesel locomotive offers great details like coupler cut levers, MU hoses, and see - through cab windows. It's DCC - ready with Quick Plug™ technology and has a fine - scale appearance. The sound - equipped models have an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound, dual cube speakers, and work in both DC and DCC. The GP38 - 2 prototype was a popular replacement in the 1970s and has been used in various railroad jobs for over 40 years. Product specs include 6 axles, DCC equipped, LED lighting, EMD as the prototype manufacturer, NS reporting mark, HO scale, Sound Tsunami2, and the GENESIS sub - brand.

Using this Athearn Genesis GP38 - 2 model is easy. First, make sure your track is clean and properly connected. If you're using DC mode, just connect your power supply and the engine, horn, and bell sounds will work. In DCC mode, you can access full DCC functions. You can even program a multiple - unit lashup with the lead unit controlling the horn, bell, and lights. When it comes to maintenance, regularly clean the wheels to ensure smooth operation. Also, check the electrical connections to make sure there's reliable current flow. Store the model in its secure packaging when not in use to protect it. Remember, the minimum radius for the track is 18 inches, but a 22 - inch radius is recommended for better performance.