Walthers 19984 EMD F7 A/B - PC - Penn Central #1675, #3479 (black, white) - DCC & Sound HO Scale

Add classic diesel power to your HO roster quickly with WalthersMainline F7 diesels! Introduced in 1949 when railroads were rapidly dieselizing, these locomotives were great for both freight and passenger service. They came in various color schemes for American railroads and many were in use until the 1980s. Key features of WalthersMainline F7 locomotives include: One-time run of these road numbers - limited stock! Prototypes in service from 1949 to the 1980s. Colorful paint and lettering. Factory-installed handrails. Available with ESU Sound for DCC and DC layouts with functions like 4 function outputs, full DCC compatibility, and multiple realistic lighting effects. Powerful drive with a five-pole skew-wound motor, 14:1 gear ratio, and more. LED Mars Light and headlight. 21-pin plug for easy DCC conversion. Correct size RP-25 metal wheels and Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers. Note: When using Walthers DCC locomotives in DC mode, don't use power packs over 18V. You can program alternate horns and bell sounds using specific CVs.

Using this WalthersMainline F7 locomotive is easy. First, if you're using a DC layout, make sure your power pack doesn't exceed 18V. If you want to change the horn or bell sounds, you can program them using the provided CVs. When operating, it's ready to take on any assignment on your HO railroad right out of the box. For maintenance, keep it clean from dust and debris. Check the wheels regularly to ensure smooth movement. Store it in a dry place to prevent any damage. And if you want to convert it to DCC, use the 21-pin plug on Standard DC models.