our train is no longer limited to locomotive sounds! This 16-bit, universal-style Digital Sound Decoder is the only DCC decoder to replicate railcar sounds and lighting effects. It includes selections for livestock sounds, airhorns, whistles, bells, and interior and exterior lighting effects for passenger cars, cab cars, and cabooses. |
Specifications | ||||
Dimensions: | 48 x 13.5 x 9mm | CurrentKeeper Plug | Yes | |
Max. Function Current: | 100mA (each output) | Function Outputs: | 4 | |
Audio Amplifier: | 1 Watt, 8-Ohm Load | DCC Track Voltage: | 7.5V – 27V |
These decoders are easy to install in N to G scales. For the optimal experience, use a SoundCar decoder in every third or fourth car in a consist.
The SoundCar also includes a 2-pin plug for optionally using the SoundTraxx CurrentKeeper™ to maintain sounds and lights during momentary power losses due to finicky wheel pickups and not-so-perfect track.
SoundCar Features | |||
New! 11 Airhorns & Whistles | Hand brake tie down & untie | ||
New! BeastBanter w/ "Spook the Livestock" | Hand brake tie down & untie | ||
New! 5 Bells | Coupler clank & pin drop | ||
Clickety-clack: | Coupler release w/ glad hand separation | ||
Adjustable for 2-, 4- & 6-axle cars | Retainer bleed-off | ||
Emergency brake valve (“big hole”): | Brake cylinders | ||
Activated on press of emergency stop button | Brake squeal | ||
Generators: | Flange squeal | ||
Adjustable for reefers and passenger cars | Flat spots | ||
Intelligent Consisting |
Airhorns & Whistles | Bells |
Nathan K5LA | Modern Cast |
Nathan K5LA Amtrak Version | Bronze Cast |
Nathan K3L | Cast |
Nathan K3LA | Electronic bell |
Nathan P3 | Gong bell |