NS SD50 6508 is one of three Athearn Ready-to-Run NS SD50s purchased at the end of 2014.  All three are candidates for LokSound DCC installation.  Issues with the motors include coupler height (high-low) issues.  The front couplers are much lower than the rear couplers.  In addition, these units which are designed to run long-hood-forward do not have plows on the long hood end.  The numbers on the cabs also seem a bit large, especially as compared to the numbers on the Athearn Genesis GP49 and GP50 models.

These issues can be easily addressed as time permits.  Overall, these models are very impressive and convey the image of the NS SD50 as I remember them very well.

Current Status - In Shop

Paint - Factory
Decals - N/A
DCC - None
Horn - No Sound
Couplers - Stock plastic - to be replaced.

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