Explore the Athearn ATHG8521 SD60I HO scale model train. This eye - catching locomotive, painted in a bright red and white TRRA scheme, was acquired in 2020 and is designed to operate near the TRRA headquarters in St. Louis, MO. The TRRA features include ex - CR, an isolated cab, no plow, a small PTC antenna setup, front ditch lights, and an electronic - style bell. The locomotive comes with numerous details like coupler cut levers, MU hoses, see - through cab windows, a full cab interior, and more. It has a fine - scale appearance with Celcon handrails and a detailed fuel tank. The McHenry® scale knuckle couplers are Kadee® compatible. It's DCC - ready with Quick Plug™ technology and a 21 - pin NEM connector. The Genesis driveline ensures smooth and quiet operation. All - wheel drive and electrical pickup provide reliable performance. The wheels with RP25 contours work on popular track brands. LED lighting adds a realistic touch, and the heavy die - cast frame gives greater traction. Sound - equipped models come with an onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound, which operates in both DC and DCC. The prototype, introduced in 1984 by EMD, is a well - known 3,800 - horsepower locomotive. Specifications include DCC and Tsunami2 sound, EMD as the prototype manufacturer, 6 axles, LED lighting, a minimum age recommendation of 14 years, and no assembly required.

Using this Athearn HO scale model train is a breeze. It's fully - assembled and ready - to - run, so you can place it on your track right out of the box. When using it in DCC mode, make sure your system is NMRA compatible. For the sound - equipped models, enjoy the engine, horn, and bell sounds in DC, and use the DCC features to control various functions. You can even program a multiple - unit lashup with the lead unit controlling the horn, bell, and lights. As for maintenance, keep it clean by gently dusting the locomotive regularly. Avoid getting water or any liquids on the electrical components. If you need to replace any parts, they are available. Store it in its secure packaging when not in use to prevent any damage. Remember, the minimum recommended age for this product is 14 years, so keep it away from younger children to avoid any potential choking hazards from small parts.