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Athearn Releases 5th CP Military Tribute SD70ACu + 5 Locomotive Sets | HO Scale Model Trains

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Athearn has announced the 5th Canadian Pacific Military Tribute SD70ACu, along with five new HO scale locomotive sets. In this video, we break down the details of the latest Military Tribute unit, discuss the prototype inspiration, and take a look at the newly released locomotive sets for HO scale model railroaders. If you collect modern diesel locomotives, Canadian Pacific power, or special paint schemes, this release is definitely worth checking out. Perfect for anyone following new Athearn announcements or expanding a contemporary HO scale roster. #Athearn, #HOScale, #ModelTrains, #ModelRailroading, #SD70ACu, #CanadianPacific, #CPRail, #MilitaryTribute, #DieselLocomotive, #AthearnGenesis, #ModelTrainNews Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZd2tMd0OKe4-GK5pPF3_PQ/join -------------------Message about Sponsorship from the Channel Creator------------------------ This channel is proudly sponsored by Trainworld.com, with additional support from Google Ad Revenue, review samples, discounted items, and—most notably—my wallet. Despite this eclectic mix of funding, I remain steadfast in maintaining objectivity in every review. Each year, the costs of running this channel far exceed the benefits received (typically well into the five figure range), ensuring that my review process stays open and honest. I showcase first-time unboxings, thorough testing, and other aspects of the products in real time—first take only—to give you an accurate representation, empowering you to make informed purchasing decisions. Your trust and satisfaction as a viewer are my top priorities. Thank you for your continued support and viewership! - James W ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ✅ Subscribe To My Channel For More Videos: http://www.youtube.com/jlwii2000 ✅ Important Links: 👉 Trainworld Website: https://www.trainworld.com/ ✅ Stay Connected With Me: 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlwreviews/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hoscaleproductreviews ============================== ✅ Other Videos You Might Be Interested In Watching: 👉 Southern Pacific Daylight 4449: Model Train Excursion With Hiawatha Cars | jlwii2000 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbfEIOyiumc 👉 Discover Lionel's O Scale Big Boy - First Run Edition with Smoking Whistle Feature! | jlwii2000 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqRZCB5rBng 👉 Beginner's Guide To Building A Model Train Layout - Part 1 | jlwii2000 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMWfOpnMsCM 👉 In Action: Athearn SD70ACe Crossing Railroad On DCC Layout | jlwii2000 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2MuxZLWt9Y ============================= ✅ About jlwii2000: When I started my channel I did not choose a catchy name because I did not think that I would be a major model railroading video source one day, so I apologize for the strange name. My channel has a variety of info about Model Railroading in many scales, primarily HO scale. I try to respond to everyone's questions to help them along with their journey. Overall, I hope my relaxed yet descriptive approach to modeling will assist those new and old in this great hobby. - James For Collaboration and Business inquiries, please use the contact information below: 📩 Email: jlwreviews@gmail.com 🔔 Subscribe to my channel for more videos: http://www.youtube.com/jlwii2000 ===================== Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of reading any of our publications. You acknowledge that you use the information we provide at your own risk. Do your own research. Products are typically purchased, borrowed or a mixture of both. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use © jlwii2000

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In this video I’m doing a quick update look at Athearn’s 5th Canadian Pacific Military Tribute SD70ACu—CP 6644—since I’ve already covered the earlier releases and the full SD70ACu review on the channel. The big focus here is the paint scheme and whether anything has changed in the latest run (this one landing in December 2025). Detail-wise it’s the same solid Athearn quality I’ve been seeing: straight handrails, crisp and legible printing, LED lighting, and the separately applied MU hoses (now rubber). I also point out some of the standout visual stuff like the yellow ribbon on the nose, the PTC antenna, and the anti-skid tape that really makes the model pop. I also run it through the same real-time checks I normally do: weight, lighting functions, slow-speed control, and a quick pull test. The new release came in just a hair heavier than a previous unit (only a few grams), and performance was right in line with earlier runs—about 4 oz peak on the pull test. With the Tsunami 2 setup, track power brings it to life, the ditch lights are bright, number boards are on F6, and at one speed step I was seeing about 1.1 scale mph on my AcuTrax 2. Overall, it’s a reliable, durable model with a nice balance of detail, and I finish out with a runby of all five units together.

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