This Life - Like Proto 2000 EMD GP9 locomotive is a gem from China. The box shows only a little shelf wear. It comes with Tsunami DCC and sound, adding a real - life touch to your model railway. Spare parts and couplers are included for your convenience. The model is custom - painted in GTW's Bi - centennial Scheme, lettered GTW - CV #1776, with a great non - factory paint job. It has been tested and lubed. The brand is Life - Like Proto 2000, and it's in C - 7 Excellent condition. Wheel wear is almost non - existent, and the motor/gearbox noise is minimal (rated 1 out of 10). It runs smoothly. It has a Can Motor, is decorated in CV/GTW #1776 with a good finish, and has basic backhead/interior detail. It's analog and DCC ready, with both a headlight and a backup light. The couplers are plastic knuckle, and the wheels are metal. It comes in its original box with inserts and paperwork. We offer free domestic USA shipping for purchases over $199. Flat shipping rates are based on item value or weight, and all items are fully insured. Shipments over $250 require a signature. We ship worldwide, and international rates are calculated for affordability. The buyer is responsible for import duties. We pack the models like a bullet - proof fortress, with over 10 years of experience. We accept major credit cards, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other common payments, but not personal checks or cash by mail. We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with a 30 - day no - questions - asked money - back policy (buyer pays return shipping unless the item arrives damaged).

Using this locomotive is easy. First, if you're using analog mode, just connect it to your analog power source. If you want to use DCC, it's ready to be set up with a DCC system. The headlight and backup light will automatically turn on when the locomotive is powered. When it comes to maintenance, keep it in a clean and dry place. Since the wheel wear is minimal, you don't need to worry about it too much, but a little cleaning from time to time can keep it running smoothly. If you hear any unusual noise, check the motor and gearbox. As for the paint job, avoid touching it with dirty hands to keep the great finish. When storing or transporting, use the original box and inserts to protect it. And remember, if you have any issues, our 30 - day no - questions - asked money - back policy has you covered.