New N scale 2-8-0 DCC ready models.

[Tenwheeler01]

I have a question about the latest N scale 2-8-0 DCC ready releases.  It says "This Bachmann 2-8-0 Consolidation arrives DCC-ready with a socket built-in for the addition of the DCC decoder of your choice."
But does not list the socket type.

Do you know what sock type is being used?

Thank you.

[Yard Master]

Hi Tenwheeler01,

The DCC Ready 2-8-0 has a 9 pin plug.

[Tenwheeler01]

Just to clarify, It is the standard 9 pin that DigiTrax, TMC, and Soundtrax uses for there "HO" labeled sized decoders?
 
Thank you.

[Yard Master]

Yes, it should be a standard 9 pin plug. Just make sure if you are using an "HO" labeled decoder that it will fit inside the tender.

[Maletrain]

I am thinking about buying one of the N scale 2-8-0s with the "socket" to add a decoder.

What is that "socket" in term of pin number and arrangement?  Is there a part specification that is recognized across the industry, for compatibility purposes?

What decoders come with matching plugs, so that it is really "plug-and-play"?  I am particularly interested in ESU sound decoders, but also maybe TCS sound decoders.  Remember, I am asking about N scale.