This Atlas Gold Series HO scale model train represents a Phase 1 GE U30C locomotive of the Chessie System C&O #3302, painted in vibrant yellow, blue, and vermillion colors. The General Electric U30C, produced from 1966, was a popular locomotive, offering 200 more horsepower than its predecessor. Atlas' new model has an all - new tooling, etched metal grilles, and various cab, headlight and nose light variations. It comes with newly tooled Adirondack truck sideframes and separately applied detail parts. Factory - equipped with metal knuckle couplers, it's available in both DC and sound versions. The Gold Series models with ESU sound support all DCC programming modes, have flexible function key mapping, and offer over 20 sound effects. Note that picture may show a different road number.

Using this Atlas model train is easy. First, if you're using an analog (DC) layout, make sure to note that the Atlas Quantum Engineer won't operate an Atlas Gold Series locomotive with a LokSound Select decoder. But you can control the sound and lighting functions with a basic DCC system. Also, on a DC - powered layout, a DCC and sound - equipped locomotive can't be paired with a non - DCC - and - sound locomotive. For DCC operation, it supports all programming modes and has flexible function key mapping. When it comes to maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the body and remove any dust. Avoid getting water or any liquid on the electronic parts. If you notice any loose parts, handle them carefully and consider contacting Atlas customer support for further guidance. Due to the higher starting voltage for the sound system, don't try to MU a non - sound - equipped loco in DC (analog) mode.