The Atlas Gold 40005450 is an outstanding N scale model of the GE B23 - 7 CR Conrail #1910, painted in eye - catching blue and white colors. Please note that the picture might show a different road number. General Electric's 'Dash 7' locomotive series replaced the old 'Universal - Series' from the 60s and early 70s. It offered better fuel efficiency, more tractive effort, and greater reliability. The B23 - 7 directly replaced the 2,250HP U23B. In September 1977, the first units were made for Conrail. Production lasted until 1984, with 535 units built. Conrail was the biggest buyer, with 141 units in its fleet. The B23 - 7 had unique features. Its long hood stepped out near the exhaust stack to fit a relocated oil cooler, and its frame was 2 feet longer than the U23B's. It usually came with FB - 2 style trucks, but some models had AAR type B or Blomberg trucks. The six power assembly doors on the long hood meant it was powered by a 12 - cylinder GE FDL engine. This model has many great features, such as directional lighting with 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 options, has flexible function key mapping, and 6 function outputs that can be individually configured. It also follows all NMRA DCC standards. The ESU LokSound in gold locomotives offers over 20 sound effects, up to 16 user - selectable horns, 2 user - selectable bells, and 2 user - selectable synchronized brake squeals. It even has manual and automatic notching modes for a realistic experience.

Using your Atlas Gold N scale GE B23 - 7 CR Conrail model train is easy. First, connect it to your DCC system according to the system's instructions. Once connected, you can start programming the locomotive using the DCC operation features. Use the flexible mapping of function keys to assign different functions like lights, horn, and bell. You can also select different sound effects from the ESU LokSound system. For the best performance, keep your model clean. Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the locomotive's body and wheels. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they may damage the paint or the mechanism. When not in use, store the model in a cool, dry place. Make sure it's placed in a way that won't cause any pressure on the wheels or other parts. If you notice any issues with the sound, lighting, or movement, check the connections first. If the problem persists, contact the manufacturer's customer service.