Atlas ho scale model railroad diesel locomotives for sale. Replacement board decoder for atlas nscale dcc ready locomotives such as gp402, u25b, sd35, trainmaster, b237 and others. Link to nce dropin decoder install fee this fee is to be added if you would like. Plug and play nscale decoder with white leds for atlas gp402, u25b. Digitrax plug nplay dcc decoder for atlas gp402, u25b.
Athearn genesis ho gp402 cotton belt spring creek model trains. Also note that on a dcpowered layout, a dcc and sound equipped locomotive such as the atlas gold series gp402 cannot be consisted with another locomotive that does not. Onboard dcc decoder with soundtraxx tsunami2 sound sound units operate in both dc and dcc full dcc functions available when operated in dcc mode engine, horn, and bell sounds work in dc all functions nmra compatible in dcc mode precision slow speed control program a multiple unit mu lashup with lead unit only horn, bell, and lights. My csxns ho railroad part 24a installing a tsunami gn decoder. Works on dcc or dc limited operation on dc works with nmra loco, accessory or signal addressing builtin warm white led can be disabled up to 3 outputs leds may be controlled separately builtin resistors just connect leds can function as an nmra signal decoder each output individually dimmable. Ho master emd gp402 locomotive, ho scale master atlas model. This will free the chassis clips four of them and allow the shell to pull off. I then wanted to add my locomotive to my jmri roster, using the read all sheets function and that is when things took a turn for the worse. Wiring for dcc decoder installation in an atlas s2. Im pretty sure i changed the decoder from 2 digit to 4 digit addressing. Sale please take 10% off list price below return to atlas n scale main page. Emd began production of the 16cylinder, turbocharged, 3000 horsepower engine in 1972.
Atlas ho scale model railroad diesel locomotives for sale ebay. Mobile decoders oem decoder produced for atlas n gp402. These instructions detail the installation of a wired digitrax decoder a dn140 in this example, but many wired decoders may be used into an atlas gp35 manufactured by kato prior to september, 2007. More go transit, f40ph and gp402 the diesel detailer. This installation is for a ho scale atlas silver gp402 phase 2 using a tcs wow121 decoder, asmb2 motherboard, ka4 keep alive, 30mm wowspeaker. Not responsible for changes in manufacturer specifications. The 1997 gp402 release was atlass first dccready model the original. The new ho scale model is a smoothrunning unit that represents what railfans call the phase 1 version, and its offered with railroadspecific detailing in a silver series dc version, or as a gold series model with an automatic dualmode digital command control dcc.
Bcutter so for a neophyte who is considering moving to dcc and soundequipped engines, who has sausages for fingers and thumbs, and for whom a chain saw is a precision tool. I ordered the dw bell and plano bell housing for the nose. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. My total fleet has two more f40ph both kato, and a custom atlas gp402 wide cab, and a custom f59ph made from various parts and sitting on an athean motor. Part of the genesis line of superdetailed locomotive models, this ho scale geep is especially good news for those modeling southern pacifics commute trains of the 1970s and 80s. I have an atlas silver gp40 with decoder factory installed. The easiest solution to decoder installation in the n scale atlas gp40 would be to get hold of an atlas gp402 or gp38 frame. Athearn genesis ho gp402 union pacific spring creek model. Athearn genesis ho gp402 union pacific spring creek. Atlas is familyowned business that has its roots in model railroad track and accessory making through invention, innovation and ingenuity. Welcome to the atlas model railroad company online store.
No instruction sheet was produced for this decoder. The balance of cns fleet, 35 units, and the 11 unit go transit fleet, used standard frames and smaller fuel tanks. Our shipping department will remain open to process phone, mail and internet orders and will continue to ship orders so long as the postal service and ups continue operations. Yesterday i added a digitrax decoder to one of my atlas gp40s, programmed the decoder using my dt500 throttle and all went well. This one does have a constant whine to it doesnt vary in pitch or volume. However, the sound and lighting functions of the loksound select decoder in the atlas gold series gp40 2 locomotive can be controlled by an easytouse basic dcc system.
Athearn genesis ho gp402 cotton belt spring creek model. Athearn, genesis, bn, athg65755, 65755, gp402, dcc, sound, ho. Replacement board decoder for atlas nscale dcc ready locomotives such as gp40 2, u25b, sd35, trainmaster, b237 and others. Great deals on atlas ho scale model railroad locomotives. A major feature for the gp402 was the introduction of the dash 2 modular electrical cabinet. For many years, atlas has offered quality ho scale diesel locomotives that contain a unique solderless wiring harness. We are pleased to announce that the atlas gp402s have finally arrived. The atlas master series gold versions of these locomotives are able to use all of the qsi quantum system sound features on dc layouts with use of the atlas quantum engineer.
Me flex track laying tips getting good trackwork model railroad hobbyist mrh duration. Digitrax dcc decoders n scale model trains fifer hobby supply. Kb877 programming the digitrax da120 decoder installed in atlas locos with wangrow and lenz systems. Digitrax dn163a0 nscale decoder for atlas gp402u25b. Oem decoder produced for atlas n gp402 this decoder was sold preinstalled in atlas n gp402 produced in. Installing the atlas dcc decoder into atlaskato ho scale diesels. Jun 02, 2016 me flex track laying tips getting good trackwork model railroad hobbyist mrh duration. Since most of them were preordered long ago we only have a few cn and 1 maine central unit. Jmri using my digitrax pr4 on my programming track will not recognize the this particular decoder, but i can program this decoder using my digitrax db150 command station and my dt500 throttle on the main track without any issues. There are many prototypespecific and separatelyapplied details. Kb884 wired decoder installation in atlas kato gp3035. Digitrax dn163a0 nscale decoder for atlas gp402u25bsd35.
Atlas gp40 with included decoder doenst move model. The wiring seems to be a complex mass of plastic and wires. Decoder spec sheet contains cv usage information for this decoder. The da120 decoder that is being shipped with the atlas locomotives has certain variables that are available for programming. Buy digitrax dn163a0 n dcc decoder, atlas gp402u23btm 6function 1a. I have other locos with decoders that operate fine. The 21pin esu loksound decoder is attached to the pc board. Board replacement decoder for atlas nscale gp402, u25b, sd35, trainmaster, b237 and others. Onboard dcc decoder with soundtraxx tsunami2 sound. This 2 function fx3 decoder is designed to fit kato nw2 units. However, the sound and lighting functions of the loksound select decoder in the atlas gold series gp402 locomotive can be controlled by an easytouse basic dcc system. These locomotive were developed for service where higher horsepower and faster service were preferable. Alco c420 alco c628 alco c630 emd gp38 emd gp38 2 emd gp40 2005 or later emd gp40 2 2005 or later emd sd7 2003 or later emd sd9 2005 or later emd sd24 emd sd26 emd sd35 fm trainmaster ge b237 ge b307 ge b367 ge dash 840b ge dash 840bw ge dash 840c ge u23b.
The emd gp402 is a 4axle diesel road switcher locomotive built by general motors electromotive division as part of its dash 2 line between april 1972 and december 1986. Then maybe you can negotiate to sell the old gp40 frame to someone like john claudino at aztec. The new ho scale model is a smoothrunning unit that represents what railfans call the phase 1 version, and its offered with railroadspecific detailing in a silver series dc version, or as a gold series model with an automatic dualmode digital command control. Canadian pacific cabride trail to nelson, bc on an sd40 2. Yesterday i picked up an athearn gp402 at the golden spikes train show because it had the older style couplers. Digitrax dn163a0 dcc decoder n scale for atlas gp402, u25b, sd35. Ho master emd gp402 phase 2, ho scale master atlas model. Feb 02, 2014 tsunami decoder issue in atlas gp40 2.
These instructions and the diagram are based upon instructions for the installation of a dn93 decoder in an atlas s2 provided by robert savard of north palm beach, florida and appearing among those decoder installation instructions. Ive never changed anything from when i first plugged in the pr4 and. This application note concerns the da120 deocder, which began production in 1997 and was discontinued around 2000. Due to concerns about the covid19 virus and public gatherings the western depots retail store will be closed until further notice. Great deals on atlas ho scale model railroad diesel locomotives. The most common replacement locomotives became the gp402. Posted by cpr gp382 fan on wednesday, november 25, 2009 5.
Current rating avg 1 amps, peak 2 amps connector replacement board functions 6 0. Like the sd402 the gp402 has a reputation for reliability, and many are still in use. For over 60 years, atlas has been a leader in the world of model railroading. A greatlooking gp40 2 is the latest addition to the popular line of electromotive division road diesels offered by atlas. The easiest solution to decoder installation in the n scale atlas gp40 would be to get hold of an atlas gp40 2 or gp38 frame. Installation of a digitrax dn140 in an atlas s2 locomotive. If so, it would be a cinch to add my sound decoder preference and speakers regar.
Digitrax dn163a4 nscale decoder for atlas gp7, gp9, gp30. I have a similar problem with an atlas n scale gp402 that has a digitrax dn163a0 decoder. For more than 40 years, the gp402 has worked main line freights, locals, switching jobs, yard service, and helper service. Downloadable sound with digitrax pr3 and soundloader 2. No longer solely the province of kitbashers, electromotive divisions gp40p2 is available in ho scale from athearn trains. A perfect fit in the gp40, its decoder ready and just needs a digitrax dn146a or dn163a0 dropped in. Works on dcc or dc limited operation on dc works with nmra loco, accessory or signal addressing builtin warm white led can be disabled.
You may preorder this item from our site to secure your model from this production. Unfortunately all of the sound units we will receive have been preordered. Nce dcc decoders n scale model trains fifer hobby supply. This gp402w model features all new tooling for the sill, cab, long hood and fuel tank. This first batch is without sound we expect the sound units to arrive in a week or two.
It is shown as part number 890511 on the atlas parts diagram for the sound units. Also note that on a dcpowered layout, a dcc and sound equipped locomotive such as the atlas gold series gp40 2 cannot be consisted with another locomotive that does not. A greatlooking gp402 is the latest addition to the popular line of electromotive division road diesels offered by atlas. Replacement board six function decoder is designed to fit atlas nscale gp7, gp9, gp151, gp30, gp35 dcc ready locomotives. Plug nplay dcc decoder for atlas gp402, u25b sold separately digitrax 245dn163a0. Athearn, genesis, athg, 65765, gp402, dcc, sound, ssw.
These units are marked japan on the bottom of the locomotive. Atlas ho scale model railroad locomotives for sale ebay. However, the sound and lighting functions of the loksound select decoder in the atlas gold series gp402 locomotive can be controlled by an easytouse. Oem decoder produced for atlas n gp40 2 this decoder was sold preinstalled in atlas n gp40 2 produced in 1997.
The space allotted to install a decoder of any type is 2. This item is in stock 24 working days delivery available. Atlas ho gp40 2w locomotive in 1973 canadian national cn designed the safety cab, also known as the comfort cab, which featured a fullwidth nose that was intended to improve crew safety in the event of a collision. Trivia lifelikewalthers gp382 shells will fit on the atlas gp40 et al chassis, although not vice versa. Athearn genesis baywindow caboose, lighting decoder 1. Trivia lifelikewalthers gp38 2 shells will fit on the atlas gp40 et al chassis, although not vice versa.
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