WAL-41711 Walthers Proto EMD SD9 – ESU LokSound 5 Sound & DCC HO Scale

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WAL-41711920-41711Walthers ProtoHO ScaleEMD SD9 Diesel-ElectricSouthern Pacific(TM) #5348 – Black WidowDCC SoundPower up your HO freight operations with Walthers Proto SD9 diesels! The debut of the SD9 in 1954 marked the next step forward for EMD’s Special Duty line of six-axle diesels, and introduced the new 567C prime mover delivering 1,750 horsepower. Ideal for demanding assignments in helper, yard, transfer and heavy freight service, with its weight spread over six axles, the SD9 was also well suited to branch line duties. By the time production ended in 1959, 515 SD9s were in service on over a dozen railroads and some are still going strong! From superb paint and lettering to railroad-specific details, and available with ESU LokSound Select for DCC and DC layouts, WalthersProto SD9 locos come ready for service and feature:One time run of these road numbers, order now – limited quantity availablePrototypes in service 1954 to the present – several preserved todayUsed in helper, yard, transfer, heavy freight and branch line serviceAvailable with ESU LokSound 5 sound and DCC for DCC or DC layoutsRoad- and era-specific detailsFormed wire grab ironsEtched-metal lift rings21-pin DCC plugCorrect size RP-25 metal wheelsAll-wheel drive and electrical pick up5 pole, skew-wound, high-torque, high-efficiency can motorHelical gears with 14:1 ratio for smooth, quiet runningEasy multiple-unit operationSuperb paint and letteringWarm white LED constant and directional headlightsHeavy die-cast metal underframeProto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplersRoad-specific features of this WalthersProto replica include:Brass Nathan P-3 air hornWhip radio antennaOperating “ash can” warning lights front & rear on DCC; front only on DCSteam generator w/short exhaust and dual pipeMars dual sealed-beam headlightsDynamic brakesRoof-mounted air cooling pipingCab window deflectorsPhoto-etched cab sunshadesBolted-style handrail stanchionsDrop stepsMU hoses