Discover the Atlas Gold 10004290 GE U30B N de M Nacionales de Mexico #9729 in HO scale. It comes in eye - catching green, orange, and black colors. The picture might show a different road number. Powered by a V16 FDL prime mover, this 3,000 h.p. locomotive was GE's response to popular models like EMD's GP40 and ALCO's C430. Between 1966 and 1975, GE built 295 U30Bs. This is a 'phase 2' U30B with a distinct hood below the radiator. You can tell it apart from the U23B by two sets of four tall engine access doors. The U30B was fitted with various trucks during production. Norfolk & Western owned the most phase 2 U30Bs. Today, few of these models are still in service.
Features: It includes a snow plow (when appropriate), and has separately - applied scale detail parts like windshield wipers and metal grab irons. It has a five - pole skewed armature motor with dual flywheels for great performance at all speeds, directional lighting with golden - white LEDs, and blackened metal wheels.
Special Features: It offers an optional high short hood, optional low nose headlights, and a low nose cab with square or round headlight housing as per the road name. It also uses AAR - B, FB - 2 or Blomberg trucks as appropriate.
Atlas Master Series Gold Features: It has an ESU LokSound decoder that supports all DCC programming modes, flexible mapping of function keys F0 to F31, and follows all NMRA DCC standards. It has over 20 sound effects, including engine start - up and shutdown. Note: You can't MU a non - sound - equipped loco in DC (analog) mode due to the sound system's higher starting voltage.
Using this HO scale locomotive is a breeze. First, make sure your DCC system is set up properly. Connect the locomotive to the tracks and power on your system. Use the DCC controller to operate the locomotive, and enjoy the realistic sound effects it offers. When it comes to the optional features like the high short hood or low nose headlights, you can install them according to your preference. As for maintenance, regularly clean the tracks to ensure smooth operation. Also, check the wheels and couplers for any dirt or debris. If you need to clean the locomotive, use a soft, dry cloth. Be careful when handling the locomotive, especially the separately - applied scale detail parts as they are delicate. Remember, due to the higher starting voltage required for the sound system, don't try to MU a non - sound - equipped loco in DC (analog) mode.
