EMD NW2 - LokSound 5 Sound and DCC -- Indiana Harbor Belt #8719

The WalthersProto HO Scale EMD NW2 is based on the 1,145 switchers constructed between 1939 and 1949. The long-lived NW2 has operated side by side with steam locomotives as well as classic and modern diesels, so it'll be an ideal addition to your railroad. The WalthersProto model is patterned after early production prototypes with Phase I, II, II, and IV hoods and details as appropriate for each roadname. Other features include:
 

• This model is equipped with a fully featured ESU LokSound 5 Sound and DCC for top of the line sound and DCC control
• Fully customizable and compatible with ESU LokProgrammer
• Factory-installed 11mm x 15mm cube-type speaker included in LokSound 5 and standard DC Versions
• Five-pole, skew-wound, high-torque, high-efficiency can motor
• Helical gears with 14:1 ratio for smooth, ultra-quiet running
• LED constant and directional headlights
• Easy multiple-unit operation
• Heavy die-cast metal underframe
• Correct size RP-25 metal wheels
• Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers
• AAR-A side frames and brake cylinders
• Welded 600-gallon fuel tank
• Road-specific details including correct hood, cab, stacks, frame and more!
• Superb paint and lettering
• Cab interior with seats and crew figures

 
Many EMD NW2s are still running on shortlines and at museums in the 2020s. This EMD NW2 model is part of the line of highly detailed WalthersProto HO Scale locomotives.
 
Road-specific features of this model include:
 

• Phase IV hood with handrails
• Blanked front cab windows
• Standard frame and sill
• Long rear handrails
• Front/Rear cast stanchion non-drop step handrails
• Front/Rear drop step support box and MU stand
• MU hoses
• 6-Louver NW2 battery box
• Dual exhaust hatch
• Radiator fill cap
• Single reflector headlight
• Standard, long, straight and radiator wire drop grab irons
• Brass early cast type bell
• Brass Leslie A125-247 horn on bracket
• Photo-etched rectangular sunshades
• Sloped cast plain journal box bearing