Walthers Mainline 910-19470 EMD F40PH VIA Rail Canada #6427 (Canada Scheme, gray, blue, yellow, with Flag) ESU Sound and DCC HO Scale

Get the Walthers Mainline 910 - 19470 EMD F40PH VIA Rail Canada #6427 in HO Scale. It features ESU Sound and DCC. The model comes in a Canada - style color scheme of gray, blue, yellow, and has a flag. Note that the picture might show a different road number. These road numbers are a limited - edition one - time run. This loco is perfect for powering your favorite Amtrak or regional commuter trains. Based on Phase 2b prototypes, it has factory - installed vertical hand rails, molded drill starter points for grab irons (sold separately), RP - 25 metal wheels, Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers, and is fully assembled with a 21 - Pin DCC plug. The ESU Sound works for both DCC and DC layouts, offering features like 4 function outputs with brightness control, full DCC compatibility, multiple speed steps, dual - mode operation, changeable air horns and bells, prime mover sounds, compressor, and dynamic brake. It has the same powerful drive as WalthersProto locos, with a five - pole skew - wound motor, 14:1 gear ratio, helical - cut gears for quiet operation, all - wheel drive and electrical pickup, a heavy die - cast metal chassis, and constant and directional LED lights. When using it in DC mode, don't use power packs over 18V, like MRC 1300 - series. You can program alternate horn and bell sounds on the sound decoder using specific CVs.

Using your Walthers Mainline EMD F40PH VIA Rail Canada locomotive is easy. First, make sure you have the right power source. If you're using DC mode, avoid power packs that exceed 18V, such as MRC 1300 - series power packs. When setting up, connect the locomotive to your layout. The 21 - Pin DCC plug makes it simple to integrate with DCC systems. You can customize the horn and bell sounds. Just use the CVs provided in the product details. For example, set CV163 to change the horn and CV164 to change the bell. As for maintenance, keep the locomotive clean. You can use a soft brush to remove dust from the body, wheels, and gears. Check the wheels regularly to ensure they roll smoothly. Also, look at the couplers to make sure they're working properly. If you notice any issues, refer to the product's technical support or contact the manufacturer.