Add the charm of classic diesel power to your HO scale model train collection effortlessly with WalthersMainline F7 diesels. Introduced in 1949 when railroads were rapidly dieselizing, these locomotives were versatile for both freight and passenger services. They came in a wide range of colorful paint and lettering schemes for almost every American railroad and served well into the 1980s. WalthersMainline F7 locomotives are ready for any task on your HO railroad, boasting the following features: One-time run of these road numbers, limited stock available, so order now! Prototypes that were used in freight and passenger services from 1949 to the 1980s. Eye-catching paint and lettering. Factory-installed handrails. Available with ESU Sound for DCC and DC layouts, including 4 function outputs with brightness control, full DCC compatibility, multiple speed steps, dual mode operation, changeable air horns and bells, realistic prime mover sounds, compressor, dynamic brake, and various lighting effects. It has the same powerful drive as WalthersProto(R) locos, featuring a five-pole skew-wound motor, 14:1 gear ratio, helical-cut gears for quiet operation, all-wheel drive and electrical pickup, dual machined brass flywheels, and a heavy die-cast metal chassis. LED Mars Light (upper) and headlight (lower). 21-pin plug on Standard DC models for easy DCC conversion. Correct size RP-25 metal wheels. Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers. Please note: When running Walthers-branded DCC-equipped locomotives in DC mode, avoid using power packs over 18V, like MRC 1300-series power packs which have decoder issues. You can program alternate horns and bell sounds on the sound decoder using specific CVs: Horns: CV163 = 0 - Leslie A-200; CV163 = 1 - Wabco Single Chime; CV163 = 2 - Nathan M3; CV163 = 3 - Leslie S3L. Bells: CV164 = 0 - Bronze Bell (default); CV164 = 1 - Steel Bell.
Using your Walthers 19985 EMD F7 A - PC - Penn Central #1652 HO scale model train is a breeze. If you're using it in DC mode, make sure to use a power pack that doesn't exceed 18V to avoid decoder issues. When setting up the DCC layout, the 21 - pin plug on the Standard DC models makes conversion easy. You can also customize the horn and bell sounds using the provided CVs. For maintenance, keep the locomotive clean. Regularly check the all - wheel drive and electrical pickup for any dirt or debris. The metal parts, like the heavy die - cast metal chassis and RP - 25 metal wheels, can be wiped with a soft, dry cloth. Store the locomotive in a dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the colorful paint and lettering. Enjoy running your model train on your HO railroad and let it bring the charm of classic diesel power to life!
