A signature diesel for your HO railroad, the WalthersProto GP9 Phase II with Low Hood is a real workhorse! With revised tooling and road-specific details, the models are based on prototypes built from 1955 to 1957 (known to modelers and railfans as the ′phase two′ version), and many are still in service today. This low-nose version is based on Western Maryland′s shop-modified chopped-nose units. Features of the models include: One time run of these roadnumbers, order now - limited quantity available! Factory-equipped with LokSound 5 sound and DCC for DCC or DC layouts Factory-installed 28mm speaker in DCC and DC versions Based on units in service from 1955 to the present Wire grab irons and photo-etched lift rings Operating number boards 21mtc 21-pin DCC decoder connector Warm white LED constant and directional headlights Road-specific details 14:1 helical gears for ultra-quiet and smooth running 5-pole, skew-wound, high-torque, high-efficiency can motor Easy multiple-unit operation Superb paint and lettering Heavy die-cast metal underframe Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers