The Atlas Gold 40005473 presents a stunning GE B36 - 7 BC Rail #3613 model in N Scale, featuring red, white, and blue ditch lights, along with DCC and Sound capabilities. Note that the picture might show a different road number. General Electric's 'Dash 7' locomotives replaced the older 'Universal - Series' from the 60s and early 70s. They offered better fuel efficiency, tractive effort, and reliability. The B23 - 7 replaced the 2,250HP U23B. In September 1977, Conrail got the first units, and production lasted until 1984, with 535 units built. Conrail was the biggest buyer with 141 units. The B23 - 7 had distinct features. Its long hood stepped out at the exhaust stack for a relocated oil cooler, and the frame was 2 feet longer than the U23B. It came with an FB - 2 style truck as standard, but some used 'trade - in' trucks, so AAR type B and Blomberg trucks could be found. The six power assembly doors near the long - hood center showed it was powered by a 12 - cylinder GE FDL engine. Key features include directional lighting, golden - white LEDs, dual brass flywheels, a low - friction mechanism, accurate painting and lettering, and factory - installed AccuMate® magnetic knuckle couplers. For gold locomotives, the DCC operation supports all programming modes, includes RailCom and RailComPlus with various speed steps and addressing, has flexible function - key mapping, 6 function outputs for individual mapping, and follows NMRA DCC standards. The ESU LokSound offers over 20 sound effects like engine start - up and shutdown, prime - mover sounds, bell, air horn, etc., with up to 16 user - selectable horns, 2 user - selectable bells, and 2 user - selectable synchronized brake squeals. It also has manual and automatic notching modes for a realistic experience.

Using your Atlas Gold 40005473 GE B36 - 7 BC Rail locomotive is a breeze. First, make sure your DCC system is set up correctly. Connect the locomotive to the tracks and power it on. You can use the DCC controller to control its speed and direction. For the sound features, just use the function keys on your controller to access different sound effects like the bell or air horn. When it comes to maintenance, keep the tracks clean to ensure smooth running. You can use a track cleaner regularly. Check the wheels and couplers for any dirt or debris. If you notice any issues with the lighting or sound, make sure the connections are secure. Store the locomotive in a dry place to prevent any damage. And always follow the DCC system's instructions for programming and operation. Have fun with your model train!