Athearn Genesis HO Model Locomotive 4-6-6-4 "Challenger" w/ DCC & Sound

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Athearn Genesis HO Model Locomotive 4-6-6-4 "Challenger" w/ DCC & Sound.Key Features Boiler backhead with printed manual controls Individually applied piping, valves, generators, etc. Correctly operating eccentric cranks Adjustable cab windows Headlights and number boards with directional light change Tender light Five pole, skewed armature motor with two flywheels Pivoting front and rear engines for negotiating 18" radius curves Current pick-up on all driver and tender wheels 8-pin connector plug between loco and tender Overview This stunning reproduction of the 4-6-6-4 Challenger is the result of a focused determination to accomplish one thing: create the finest operating miniature representation of the prototype available. To say Athearn has succeeded would be an understatement.Giving life to all the details are authentic sounds that are channeled through a factory installed DCC and soundboard with speakers. The DCC decoder automatically senses what type of power supply is in use (conventional DC or NMRA compliant DCC) and adapts its functions. The modeler doesn't have to do a thing.Functions and sounds available to DCC users include:BellWhistleWater injectorAir releaseBlower hissFire box doorLighting directionCouplingBrake squealConductor's voiceSand releaseCylinder cock/flange squealA handheld wireless controller is included read more