



Bring modern passenger rail power to your HO layout with the sleek and powerful General Electric P42 diesel locomotive. Featuring all-new tooling and available with factory installed ESU Sound & DCC, this HO scale P42 is the perfect choice for expanding your passenger fleet.

First built by General Electric between 1992 and 2001, the P42 “Genesis” is now one of the most recognizable diesel electric locomotives on North American Rails. The locomotive’s 4250 hp diesel engine helps it achieve a top speed of 110 mph. Most of the units serve on Amtrak intercity service throughout the United States, although several are in operation north of the border with Via Rail Canada.

The newly tooled WalthersMainline model captures all the details of its modern classic prototype, including accurate molded and separately applied parts and prototypical paint schemes. A top of the line WalthersProto drive, metal Proto MAX couplers, LED lighting, and metal wheels ensure a lifetime of reliable operation.

Other Features Include:
- Dual mode DC/DCC compatible
- 4, 28 or 128 speed steps
- 4 function outputs with brightness control by CV
- Air horn and bell sounds changeable by CV
- Operating ditch lights flash when horn is sounded
- Five-pole skew-wound motor reliable, trouble free operation
- 14:1 gear ratio for exceptional slow-speed performance
- Helical-cut gears for quiet operation & easy multiple-unit running
- All-wheel drive and electrical pickup for exceptional pulling power
- Dual-machined brass flywheels for smooth motor operation
- Heavy die-cast metal chassis keeps the locomotive on track
- Constant, directional LED headlights add even more realism
Order Due Date: December 31, 2025
Anticipated Delivery Date: November 2026
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