{"product_id":"athg-75651","title":"Athearn Genesis HO Scale EMD SD70ACe Union Pacific UP #8522 Recent Repaint - DCC \u0026 Sound – ATHG-75651","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring modern Union Pacific heavy-haul power, premium Genesis performance, and factory-installed digital sound to your HO scale railroad with the \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale EMD SD70ACe Union Pacific UP #8522 Recent Repaint - DCC \u0026amp; Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e. This highly detailed six-axle diesel represents UP #8522 as a modernized early-production SD70ACe featuring a \u003cstrong\u003erecent Union Pacific repaint, PTC antennas, modernized inverter cabinets, and front ditch lights\u003c\/strong\u003e. Factory-installed \u003cstrong\u003eSoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC \u0026amp; Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e with dual cube speakers makes this locomotive ready for contemporary Union Pacific operations right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnion Pacific #8522 represents one of the railroad's \u003cstrong\u003eearly-production SD70ACe locomotives originally built during 2005-2006\u003c\/strong\u003e. Athearn captures the locomotive in its more contemporary appearance, including the PTC equipment and updated inverter cabinets added during its service life. The recent UP repaint represents the railroad's newer paint treatment introduced in 2022, making #8522 particularly well suited to a present-day Union Pacific model railroad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnion Pacific UP #8522 Prototype-Specific Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnion Pacific road number 8522\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecent Union Pacific repaint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly-production SD70ACe originally built during 2005-2006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-specific PTC antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModernized inverter cabinets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront ditch lights only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix-axle EMD SD70ACe diesel locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2010-present modeling era\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC \u0026amp; Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version of \u003cstrong\u003eUnion Pacific #8522 is factory equipped with DCC \u0026amp; Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e. Athearn installs an onboard \u003cstrong\u003eSoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC decoder and dual cube speakers\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing digital locomotive control and sound without requiring an aftermarket decoder installation. The sound-equipped locomotive operates on both conventional DC and DCC layouts, with full digital functionality available when operated on DCC. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed SoundTraxx Tsunami2 DCC \u0026amp; Sound decoder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual cube speakers for optimal sound quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperates on both DC and DCC layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull DCC functionality in DCC mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine, horn, and bell sounds available during DC operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNMRA-compatible DCC functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision slow-speed control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple-unit lashup programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead-unit-only horn, bell, and lighting options for MU consists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgrammable Configuration Value (CV) functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV chart included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Athearn Genesis SD70ACe Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAthearn Genesis HO Scale SD70ACe\u003c\/strong\u003e combines road-specific prototype accuracy with the fine-scale detailing expected from Athearn's premium Genesis line. UP #8522 features illuminated number boards and truck lights, etched see-through steps, a detailed full cab interior, fine-scale handrails, flexible hoses, and numerous separately applied details that capture the imposing appearance of modern Union Pacific diesel power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible rubber trainline hose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible rubber MU hoses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEtched see-through steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately applied lift rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed sander lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated number boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIlluminated truck lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee-through cab windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed full cab interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed walkway tread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindshield wipers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire grab irons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-scale Celcon handrails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoupler cut levers and MU hoses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, gauges, breather pipes, and retention tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurately applied Union Pacific paint and printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully assembled and ready to run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAthearn Genesis Drivetrain \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the shell, UP #8522 features Athearn's proven \u003cstrong\u003eGenesis 5-pole skew-wound motor\u003c\/strong\u003e paired with precision-machined flywheels and a multi-link drivetrain. A heavy die-cast frame provides increased traction and pulling power, while all-wheel electrical pickup helps maintain reliable current flow when operating long modern freight trains. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenesis 5-pole skew-wound motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined flywheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-link drivetrain for smooth operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-wheel electrical pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy die-cast frame for increased traction and pulling power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRP25 wheel contours compatible with popular HO scale track systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum operating radius: 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended operating radius: 22 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEMD SD70ACe Modern Diesel Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prototype \u003cstrong\u003eEMD SD70ACe\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed to meet stricter EPA Tier II diesel locomotive emissions requirements while providing the horsepower and traction required for demanding mainline freight service. The SD70ACe uses a \u003cstrong\u003e16-cylinder diesel engine rated at approximately 4,300 horsepower\u003c\/strong\u003e with AC traction technology. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SD70ACe's distinctive profile includes a full-height nose door, rectangular windshields, large flared radiators with twin fans, dynamic brake equipment positioned toward the rear of the long hood, and prominent inverter equipment located behind the cab. These features helped make the SD70ACe one of the signature EMD freight locomotives of the modern railroad era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModern Union Pacific Power with Factory Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003erecent Union Pacific repaint, PTC antennas, modernized inverter cabinets, SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound, illuminated details, and Genesis drivetrain\u003c\/strong\u003e, UP #8522 is an outstanding choice for contemporary HO scale Union Pacific operations. 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