Add the charm of classic diesel power to your HO model railroad roster in no time with WalthersMainline F7 diesels! These locomotives were introduced in 1949 when railroads started dieselizing rapidly. They were equally suitable for freight or passenger service and came in a wide range of color schemes for almost every railroad in America, with many still in service until the 1980s. The WalthersMainline F7 locomotives are ready for any task on your HO railroad and come with the following great features: One-time run of these specific road numbers - order now as quantities are limited! They have prototypes used in freight and passenger service from 1949 to the 1980s. The locomotives feature colorful paint and lettering. They come with factory-installed handrails. You can choose models with ESU Sound for both DCC and DC layouts, which offer 4 function outputs with brightness control via CV, are fully DCC compatible, have 14, 28, or 128 speed steps, support dual mode DC and DCC, offer 4 changeable air horns and 2 changeable bells via CVs, full 8-notch prime mover sounds, a compressor, dynamic brake, and multiple realistic lighting effects. They have the same powerful drive as WalthersProto(R) locos, including a five-pole skew-wound motor, 14:1 gear ratio, helical-cut gears for quiet multiple unit operation, all-wheel drive and electrical pickup, dual machined brass flywheels, and a heavy die-cast metal chassis. There's an LED Mars Light on the upper part and a headlight on the lower part. Standard DC models have a 21-pin plug for easy DCC conversion. They come with correct size RP-25 metal wheels and Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers. Please note: When operating Walthers-branded DCC-equipped locomotives in DC mode, don't use power packs that exceed 18V, like MRC 1300-series power packs which have issues with our decoders. You can program alternate horns and bell sounds on the sound decoder using these CVs: Horns - CV163 = 0 for Leslie A-200, CV163 = 1 for Wabco Single Chime, CV163 = 2 for Nathan M3, CV163 = 3 for Leslie S3L. Bells - CV164 = 0 for the default Bronze Bell, CV164 = 1 for the Steel Bell.
Using your Walthers 19980 EMD F7 A/B model train is a breeze. If you're using a DCC layout, just connect it to your DCC system and start controlling the locomotive's speed and functions. For DC layouts, use a suitable power pack, but remember not to use one that exceeds 18V, or it might cause problems with the decoder. When it comes to the sound features, you can use the CV settings to change the horns and bell sounds according to your preference. Maintenance is important to keep your locomotive running smoothly. Regularly clean the wheels with a soft cloth to ensure good electrical contact. Check the handrails and couplers for any signs of damage and replace them if needed. Store the locomotive in a dry place to prevent rust. And that's all you need to know to enjoy your Walthers model train for a long time!
