EMD NW2 - LokSound 5 Sound and DCC -- Santa Fe #2411

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 I/II hood with handrails
• Standard cab and frame/sill
• Long rear handrails
• Toolbox and straight grab irons on the sill
• Straight body grab irons
• 6-Louver NW2 battery box with battery box step
• Dual exhaust hatch
• Tall cylindrical exhaust stacks
• Radiator fill cap
• Wagon wheel antenna
• Single reflector headlight
• Brass early cast type bell
• Etched wagon wheel antenna
• Side, front and rear cab windows
• Brass turned Leslie A125-247 horn on bracket
• Photo-etched Rectangular Sunshades on Sides and Rear
• Round cab vent
• Sloped cast plain journal box bearing