Dear HO Scale Customers;
Athearn Roundhouse has announced the GP40-2 Diesel Locomotives
PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION
The EMD GP series locomotives became some of the most successful designs of the age. Produced from 1970s to mid 1980s the GP40-2 was quickly found in many different tasks of the railroad. From switching to pulling high priority freight trains across the country, these versatile locomotives brought the goods to North America. Many of these locomotives are now being rebuilt with ecologically sound emission control for higher population centers. A new era emerges as technology meets proven reliability for these EMD products.
GP40-2 SERIES LOCOMOTIVE FEATURES:
• See-through cab windows
• Factory installed Celcon handrails
• 5-pole motor with precision-machined flywheels and multi-link drive train for trouble free operation
• DCC Ready 21 pin plugs
• Illuminated front and rear headlights
• Nickel plated, blackened machined wheels
• Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brand of track
• Minimum radius: 18”
• Recommended radius: 22”
Building on a rich tradition started in 1946, the Athearn brand is home to the hobby’s best-loved models. Athearn has brought the joy of model railroading to you for 75 years, starting from our classic ‘Blue-Box” kits to our most recent Genesis 2.0 line. With accurate detailing and painting, Athearn is the brand that any hobbyist is proud to own and operate. No matter your era or favorite railroad, Athearn truly is “Trains in Miniature.”
Order Due Date: December 31, 2021
Anticipated Delivery Date: February 2023
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