{"product_id":"home-shops-scaletrains-sd38-2-tgn-438-texas-great-northern-438-dc-silent-ho-scale","title":"Home Shops ScaleTrains SD38-2 (TGN 438) • Texas Great Northern #438 • DC\/Silent • HO Scale [OPTIONAL DCC UPGRADE]","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial,sans-serif; color:#1f2a35; line-height:1.8; max-width:900px; margin:auto; font-size:16px;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- HERO --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,#f4fbfd,#ffffff); border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; padding:28px; margin-bottom:22px; border-radius:12px; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin:0; font-size:34px; line-height:1.1;\"\u003e\n      Texas Great Northern EMD SD38-2 Locomotive\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#45A1BB; margin:6px 0 14px; font-size:24px; font-weight:600;\"\u003e\n      HO Scale DCC-Ready Silent Diesel Locomotive\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0; font-size:17px; line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n      A rugged, detail-rich EMD SD38-2 built for realistic heavy-duty switching, industrial service, and road freight operation.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- PRODUCT OVERVIEW --\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; border-bottom:3px solid #45A1BB; padding-bottom:8px; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n    Product Overview\n  \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9; margin-bottom:44px;\"\u003e\n    The EMD SD38-2 is a purposeful, hard-working locomotive designed for heavy switching, transfer service, industrial operations, and demanding road assignments where tractive effort and reliability matter more than high horsepower. With its six-axle stance, rugged EMD engineering, and no-nonsense appearance, the SD38-2 is a natural fit for yards, terminals, ports, steel mills, chemical plants, and regional freight operations.\n    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    This Texas Great Northern version brings that utilitarian character to HO scale with a fully assembled, DCC-ready silent model packed with modern lighting effects and fine-scale detail. From LED-illuminated headlights, walkway lights, ground lights, and class lights to detailed HT-C trucks, wire grab irons, MU hoses, and rust-color painted wheelsets, this locomotive is built to stand out both up close and in operation.\n    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Perfect for modelers looking to add dependable six-axle diesel power to their fleet, this SD38-2 offers a strong balance of operating potential, modern tooling, and distinctive regional railroad character.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- PRODUCT FEATURES --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#eef6fa; border:1px solid #b8dce8; border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; border-radius:12px; padding:28px; margin:0 0 38px 0; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin-top:0; border-bottom:2px solid #45A1BB; padding-bottom:10px; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      Product Features\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:16px; line-height:1.95;\"\u003e\n\n      \u003ch4 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin:0 0 14px; font-size:20px;\"\u003e\n        The ScaleTrains EMD SD38-2 Locomotive features:\n      \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eFully-assembled\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eMultiple road numbers\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eDirectional LED-illuminated headlights\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eLED-illuminated ground lights on both sides of locomotive\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eLED-Illuminated walkway lights\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eLED-illuminated front tricolor stand-off class lights\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003ePrinted number boards with separately controlled backlit LED-illumination*\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eFront and rear full width multiple unit (MU) hose catch tray\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003e3-hose multiple unit (MU) hose clusters with silver gladhands\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eSemi-scale coupler buffer equipped with durable metal semi-scale Type E knuckle couplers\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eFront and rear straight uncoupling levers with loop handles\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eNotched pilot faces with high angled lifting slots\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eScale sectioned treadplate detail on walkways\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eDetailed HT-C trucks with Hyatt bearing caps, early center axle snubbers, sanding lines and brackets, and D-77 traction motor and air duct details, triple clasp brake shoes, and third brake cylinder\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eRust-color painted wheelsets\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:12px; padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eDimensionally accurate truck centers\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:22px; position:relative;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"position:absolute; left:0; color:#45A1BB;\"\u003e•\u003c\/span\u003eFactory-applied wire grab irons, wire lift rings, windshield wipers, trainline hoses with silver gladhands, sand hatch covers, and more\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHY WE LOVE IT --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#eef6fa; border:1px solid #b8dce8; border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; border-radius:12px; padding:28px; margin:38px 0; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin-top:0; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      Why We Love This Model\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0; font-size:16px; line-height:1.9;\"\u003e\n      The SD38-2 has a workhorse personality that makes it especially appealing for realistic railroad operations. It is not flashy for the sake of being flashy; it is the kind of locomotive that looks right at home grinding through yard work, moving heavy cuts of cars, or handling industrial traffic where dependable six-axle power is essential.\n      \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      This Texas Great Northern version adds even more character with excellent lighting features, detailed truck and pilot components, and the kind of separately applied details that reward close-up viewing. For operators, it is a strong choice for switching and freight assignments. For collectors, it offers a distinctive regional look with modern ScaleTrains detailing throughout.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c!-- DCC \u0026 SOUND UPGRADE OPTIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:#eef6fa; border:1px solid #b8dce8; border-left:8px solid #45A1BB; border-radius:12px; padding:28px; margin:38px 0; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"color:#0c07e3; margin-top:0; border-bottom:2px solid #45A1BB; padding-bottom:10px; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      Take It From “Runs” to “Runs Like It Should”\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9; margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n      Put OJ to work and upgrade this unit to DCC — or go all-in with DCC \u0026amp; Sound.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9; margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n      With the DCC \u0026amp; Sound upgrade, OJ professionally installs the decoder and programs it with sounds tailored specifically to this locomotive using the ESU LokProgrammer.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9; margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n      And listen — OJ doesn’t casually toss around the word professional, but when it comes to decoder installs and programming depth, he absolutely earns it.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9; margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n      Prefer to handle the install and programming yourself? You can select the decoder-only option below and take it from there.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:16px; line-height:1.9; margin:18px 0 24px;\"\u003e\n      To add one of the options below, add the product to your cart and choose your option. Please allow 1–3 processing days for installation\/programming.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-size:15px; background:white; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; color:#0c07e3; padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003eUpgrade Option\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"text-align:left; color:#0c07e3; padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8; width:110px;\"\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003eESU LokPilot (Non-Sound Decoder) + Installation \u0026amp; Programming\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003e62.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003eESU LokPilot (Non-Sound Decoder) - Programming Only (You Install)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003e52.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003eESU LokPilot (Non-Sound Decoder Only) - No Installation\/Programming\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003e32.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003eESU LokSound (Sound Decoder) + Installation \u0026amp; Programming\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003e139.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003eESU LokSound (Sound Decoder) + Programming Only (You Install)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003e129.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003eESU LokSound - Sound Decoder Only (No Installation\/Programming)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:12px; border:1px solid #b8dce8;\"\u003e94.99\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,#0c07e3,#2D8DAA); color:white; padding:24px 28px; border-radius:12px; margin-top:36px; box-shadow:0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:10px; color:white; font-size:24px;\"\u003e\n      Add Rugged Six-Axle Diesel Power to Your Fleet\n    \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0; font-size:16px; line-height:1.8;\"\u003e\n      With its detailed lighting package, road-specific visual character, rugged SD38-2 profile, and DCC-ready silent configuration, this Texas Great Northern locomotive is ready to bring realistic heavy-duty diesel operation to your HO scale railroad.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Home Shops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49501387849866,"sku":"TGN 438 DC","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/3954\/7786\/files\/TNG.png?v=1775695091","url":"https:\/\/denvertrains.com\/products\/home-shops-scaletrains-sd38-2-tgn-438-texas-great-northern-438-dc-silent-ho-scale","provider":"Denver Model Trains      ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}