The ATLAS Gold 40005223 EMD SD50 represents Lake State Railway #6354 in striking blue, gray, and white colors. It's an N scale model with ditch lights, DCC, and sound features (Note: pictures might show a different road number). The SD - 50, introduced in the early 1980s by EMD, has a 16 - cylinder, 3500 h.p. engine. Its longer frame moved dynamic brake resistors to a cooler area. Visually, the SD - 60 is similar, but they can be told apart by door panels. The 'wide nose' or'safety cab' options evolved over time. This model comes with great features like deck or pilot - mounted ditch lights, directional lighting, separate plow and winterization hatch, blackened wheels, a slower - speed motor for scale - like speeds, AccuMate® magnetic knuckle couplers, and Golden - White LEDs. Gold locomotives have excellent DCC operation features including support for all DCC - programming modes, RailCom and RailComPlus, and flexible function key mapping. The sound functionality offers over 20 sound effects, multiple user - selectable horns and bells, and ESU’s Exclusive “Full Throttle” features for realistic running. AccuMate® couplers are licensed from AccuRail, Inc.

Using this ATLAS Gold N scale EMD SD50 model is easy. First, make sure it's properly connected to your DCC system if you're using DCC operation. You can customize the speed and functions through the DCC programming modes. For sound, just select your preferred sound effects and horns. When handling the model, be gentle as it has delicate parts like the ditch lights and couplers. Keep it away from extreme temperatures and humidity to prevent damage. For maintenance, clean the wheels regularly with a soft cloth to ensure smooth running. If you need to replace parts like the plow or winterization hatch, follow the simple installation instructions. Store the model in a safe place when not in use to avoid any accidental bumps or scratches.