Bachmann 68205 | GE 44-Ton Switcher - DCC Sound - Amtrak #1000 | HO Scale
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Runs on 18″ radius curves or wider.
Description
The Bachmann 68205 GE 44-Ton Switcher brings Amtrak road number #1000 to your HO Scale layout in impressive detail, equipped with a Soundtraxx® Tsunami2™ DCC sound decoder right out of the box. Built between 1940 and 1956, the GE 44-Ton Switcher was designed to replace steam power in light freight and yard duties — and Bachmann’s model captures that compact, purposeful look with precision. Whether you’re running DCC or analog DC, this switcher is ready to go to work.
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- All-wheel drive with precision motor and Soundtraxx® Hyperdrive2™ Advanced Motor Control for smooth, refined low-speed operation
- Hyperlight™ equipped headlights on both ends with Rule 17 dimming operation
- Dual-mode Soundtraxx® Tsunami2™ DCC sound decoder — 16-channel polyphonic sound, 12 prime mover selections, 40+ horn options, 14 bells, cab chatter, Dynamic Digital Exhaust, and up to 28 functions
- Magnetically operated E-Z Mate® Mark II couplers on both ends
- Separately applied handrails, grab irons, brake hoses, uncoupling levers, horns, and windshield wipers — clear cab windows with painted engineer figure
- Blackened metal wheels with RP25 contours
- Scale: HO (1:87)
| Brand | Bachmann |
| Item Number | 68205 |
| Scale | HO Scale (1:87) |
| Road Name | Amtrak |
| Road Number | #1000 |
| Locomotive Type | Diesel |
| DCC | DCC Sound Equipped (Soundtraxx® Tsunami2™) |
| Era | Transition Era / Modern |
| Minimum Curve Radius | 18" |
| Condition | New |
| UPC | 022899682051 |
Is DCC and sound already installed?
Yes — this model comes factory-equipped with a Soundtraxx® Tsunami2™ DCC decoder with full sound. It also runs on standard analog DC layouts in dual-mode.
What is the minimum curve radius?
Bachmann recommends an 18" radius or larger for smooth operation of this model.
What sound features does the Tsunami2™ decoder include?
The decoder offers 12 prime mover selections, more than 40 horn options, 14 bells, cab chatter, Dynamic Digital Exhaust, sander and hand brake sounds, and up to 28 programmable functions.
Is this compatible with my DCC system?
Yes — the Tsunami2™ decoder is dual-mode NMRA-compliant and works with all major DCC systems including Digitrax, NCE, Hornby, and others.
Specifications
| Scale | HO Scale |
|---|---|
| Road name | Amtrak |
| Type | Diesel Locomotive |
| Control | DCC & Sound |
| Sound | GE Diesel |
| Era | Transition Era |
| TCA grading | C-10 Mint—Brand New |
| Minimum radius | 18″ |
| Manufacturer | Bachmann |
| Part # | 68205 |