HO GP9 Locomotive Phase II with DCC and Sound, C&NW #1737 (ATHG82828)

HO GP9 Locomotive Phase II with DCC and Sound in Chicago & North Western livery, number 1737, is a detailed HO-scale model of a classic diesel switcher designed for ready-to-run operation on modern layouts. This DCC-equipped locomotive includes onboard SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound and is suitable for both DC and DCC operation, delivering authentic sounds and smooth, responsive performance. Designed for faithful operation, it features a heavy die-cast frame for traction, Blomberg-B trucks, and scale details such as a full cab interior, see-through cab windows, etched radiator grilles, and scale handrails. The DCC-equipped version houses a SoundTraxx Tsunami2 decoder with dual cube speakers for rich sound and NMRA-compatible functions; it uses Quick Plug plug-and-play technology with a 21-pin NEM connector for easy setup, and a CV chart is included to tailor performance. It runs on HO layouts with a minimum 18-inch radius and is recommended for 22-inch curves, and it ships fully assembled and ready to run.