Always refer to product description for actual product details. From its roadspecific details to its soundtraxx sound decoder, this model ticks many of the boxes on many modelers wishlists. Reliability and versatility of the 3,000horsepower sd402 made it the bestselling model in emds history and the standard of the industry for several decades after its introduction. Athearn genesis gp9 which dcc sound decoders are right. This installation of tcs t1 digital decoder is for ho scale athearn sd402 and was performed by a. The sd402 was introduced in january 1972 as part of emds dash 2 series, responding to competing. Converting athearn sd40 2 to dcc help posted by skippygp123 on friday, december 26, 2008 4. K2d4nc 4function, drop in decoder for kato n scale emd sd9043mac, sd 80mac, rs2 and rcs2. Front snowplow late coupler cut levers large anticlimber illuminated ditch l. Aug 15, 2011 decoder for athearn sd40t 2 posted by drgw5411 on monday, august 15, 2011 11. Athearn ho scale model railroad parts and spares for sale ebay.
Athearn ho sd40 sd40t2 diesels rtr ready to roll model trains. Nov 28, 20 athearn blue box sd402, union pacific 3826. Earlier models that dont have the sound ready starburst on the box will be able to obtain the underframe ath98542 separately. Total ratings 2, locomotive horns f7 gp7 s12 rdc hustler 2 90604 athearn ho scale. Athearn ho scale model railroad parts and spares for sale. The decoder in the example is the atlas style circuit board decoder, not a socketed 9 pin decoder. Athearn also makes an sd45t2 in the readytoroll line that is very similar and like the prototype uses the same chassis. The dhat is the basic athearn harness that could be used for the second motor connections. Decoders from other manufactures will only have partial access to the toll tollfree. Our sd40 2 is prototypically modeled after ups 3593, right down to the intricate camouflage patterns.
Emd sd402 dcc ready union pacific united way new features for all sd402s in this announcement. Thats true, but he didnt ask how can i add sounds and lights and dcc to my bb fleet. Sd402s could also be paired up with an sd35 or sd40 for helper service. Sd40 2 s could also be paired up with an sd35 or sd40 for helper service. Jul 07, 2014 a quick video on how to install a dcc decoder in an athearn rtr sd40 2. By simply removing one piece it is possible to avoid having to remove the entire shell of the locomotive to acess the ddc. Athearn sd402 tsunami digital sound decoder installation notes overview this application note describes how to install a tsuat into an athearn readytoroll ho sd40 2. The sd40 2 was introduced in january 1972 as part of emds dash 2 series, responding to competing products from ge and alco. If i understand correct, its a smple plug and play on the athearn sd45 and sd40t 2. Converting athearn sd402 to dcc help posted by skippygp123 on friday, december 26, 2008 4.
These directions probably can be used for most athearn covered wagons. The decoderpro window is divided into five main section from top to bottom. The esu loksound decoder for sound models and the esu lokpilot for non sound models. The sixaxle sd40 shared its frame with the larger sd45.
Thats how i did my ns sd402, through the removable db. Athearn ho southern pacific emd sd40 diesel locomotive the southern pacific sd40 features many prototype specific details and seethrough fan grills. All loksound select decoders include up to 16 horns or whistles, 2. Athearn, rtr, 71632, ri, rock island, sd402, dcc, sound, ho. Thanks for the answer but it doesnt look like the decoder type is at all the same, nor the installation. Labor for install 1x wow121diesel decoder 1x rtrmb1 wowmotherboard with built in keep alive 1x 35mm x 16mm wowspeaker with speaker wires 1x gensh1 speaker. The esu lokprogrammer software will recognize the difference and ask you to.
Some people cant or dont want to do the technical conversion work. Digitrax dh166p decoder installation in athearn ready to roll sd40 2. Key features used with the dccsound ready underframe only. With just a few quick chessie specific details added you can have one of these big six axle units out on your pike. C44 9w athearn for sale model railroad collectibles. A quick video on how to install a dcc decoder in an athearn rtr sd402. Athearns kit is nearly perfect right out of the box. Notice the orientation of the light board inside so that you can install the decoder in the same orientation. Reliability and versatility of the 3,000horsepower sd40 2 made it the bestselling model in emds history and the standard of the industry for several decades after its introduction. This soundequipped model has a factory installed onboard econami sound decoder by. Trending price is based on prices over last 90 days.
About the same time, the struggling southern pacific, realized the new paint formula used in sacramento, in order to correspond with strict california epa regulations, began to peel in an unexpected manner that mimicked desert camouflage. Some of my favorites are actually old athearn blue box units that ive tuned, remotored, detailed, and painted. Secondgeneration diese l modelers looking for a heavyduty sixaxle road engine would do well to take a look. Unfollow athearn sd402 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Total ratings 3, athearn ho light bulbs 4 athg63843 us ship. I know that this decoder is an athearn n scale fp45 factory installed. Railroad line forums athearn bb baldwin s12 sound decoder. This installation is for athearn sd40 uses tcs t1 decoder and was performed by tcs customer. Dn163a0 is a board replacement decoder for atlas nscale gp402, gp38 u25b, sd35, trainmaster, b237 and several others. The sd402 was introduced in january 1972 as part of emds dash 2 series, responding to competing products from ge and alco. Athearn genesis 19430 ho emd sd70ace spirit of union pacific 1943 dc version.
It is important that this be done correctly so that both motors operate in the same direction. Converting athearn sd402 to dcc help model railroader. Jun 27, 2014 athearn sd40t2, sp 8277 athearns readytoroll sd40t2 tunnel motor is a vast improvement in terms of detail and accuracy than the earlier blue box sd40t2. Ac4400cw dash 944cwc449w loksound decoder only athearn esu 6911 bowser.
Being it was a rather cheap locomotive i went with a digitrax sdn 144 sound fx decoder with. Athearn s kit is nearly perfect right out of the box. Or, hes trying to figure out whether to upgrade or replace. Like many modelers, not all of my locomotives are new. Place a locomotive with the decoder installed on the programming track service mode. Thats how i did my ns sd40 2, through the removable db. Sales of the sd40 2 began to diminish after 1981 due to the oil crisis, increased competition from ges dash7 series and the introduction of the emd sd50, which. Athearn rtr ath84925, ho scale old time 280, soundtraxx. This soundequipped model has a factory installed onboard econami sound decoder by soundtrax and current keeper ready with onboard expansion plug. Athearns readytoroll sd40t2 tunnel motor is a vast improvement in terms of detail and accuracy than the earlier blue box sd40t2. Replacement dcc mobile decoder for kato nscale sd8090 mac locomotive. Carefully remove the locomotives shell from the frame. Wiring for dcc decoder installation into an athearn pa1.
Allnew led lighting rubber mu hoses for durability photoetched stainless steel windshield wipers up united way features. The old motor with the heavy black metal sides can be a challenge but any thing with the flat side silver motors can run very well. The ns 3329 is the ex conrail 6358 the first sd402 purchased new by conrail. Athearn ho scale model railroads and trains for sale ebay. The entire installation can be completed in one to two hours with no modification required to the model.
Our sd402 is prototypically modeled after ups 3593, right down to the intricate camouflage patterns. New model railroad produts for the week of november 28, 2019. Secondgeneration diese l modelers looking for a heavyduty sixaxle road engine would do well to take a look at athearns new electromotive division sd40. K1d4nc 4function, dropin, nscale decoder for athearn sd70m early version, athearn sd75i, kato c307, gg1, sd402 mid,sd70ace, sd70m, u30c.
The last sd40 2 delivered to a united states railroad was built in july 1984, with production continuing for railroads in canada until 1988. The sd402 was an improvement over the sd40, with modular electronic control systems similar to those of the experimental sd45x and dda40x. The last sd402 delivered to a united states railroad was built in july 1984, with production continuing for railroads in canada until 1988. Ns painted and sent to ca this special painted sd402 for ceremonies and photo ops. The sd40 2 was an improvement over the sd40, with modular electronic control systems similar to those of the experimental dda40x. Athearn rtr ath84925, ho scale old time 280, soundtraxx dcc. Digitrax dh83fx 2 amp decoder with long addressing and mars light capability. The sound operates in both dc and dcc environments. The easiest way to isolate the motor from the frame is to reverse the clips that hold the end bearings to the center section. It is a matter of how much you want to spend on an already owned blue box. Posted from windows phone os 7 reply to this message date. Athearn sd402 decoder installation featuring the rtrmb1 motherboard with keep alive, wow121diesel decoder, and gensh2 speaker kit by tcs. Labor for install 1x wow121diesel decoder 1x genmb1 wowmotherboard with built in keep alive 1x 35mm x 16mm wowspeaker with speaker wires 1x univsh1c.
The sd40 2 was an improvement over the sd40, with modular electronic control systems similar to those of the experimental sd45x and dda40x. Digitrax dh166p decoder installation in athearn ready to roll sd402. Dec 26, 2008 converting athearn sd40 2 to dcc help posted by skippygp123 on friday, december 26, 2008 4. The ns 3329 is the ex conrail 6358 the first sd402 purchased new by conrail in june of 1977. Onboard dcc decoder with soundtraxx tsunami decoder. Installing soundtraxx decoders in ho scale bowser sd402. Save on athearn ho scale model railroads and trains. Theres a lot to like about this newly tooled athearn readytoroll ho scale electromotive division sd40. In trying to make do with one decoder, you do risk the possibility of burning out the decoder. Athearn, genesis light pacific 462, dh126d, dh166d.
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