A must-have for modelers of the 1960s and later, this locomotive reflects a time when railroads upgraded and rebuilt older power as a cost-effective alternative to buying new. Many of these rebuild programs focused on the venerable EMD GP9, including units which were originally built between 1955 and 1957, referred to by railfans and modelers as Phase II. While these units retained their no-frills, utilitarian appearance, many were modified with chopped short hoods to improve forward visibility. Numerous examples remain in service today on shortlines, in industrial operations, and at museums.

The WalthersMainline Phase II EMD GP9 with Chopped Nose is ideal for a wide range of assignments and features many realistic details, including:

• Scale width hood with correct contours
• With or without dynamic brakes as appropriate
• See-through steps
• Correct RP-25 metal wheels
• Available with ESU Sound & DCC for DCC or DC layouts featuring:

- 4 function outputs with brightness control by CV

- Fully DCC compatible

- 14, 28 or 128 speed steps

- Dual mode DC and DCC

- 4 Airhorns changeable by CVs

- 2 bells changeable by CVs

- Full 8-notch prime mover sounds

- Compressor

- Dynamic brake

• Same powerful drive as WalthersProto locos featuring:

- Five-pole skew-wound motor

- 14 to 1 gear ratio

- Helical-cut gears for quiet operation and easy multiple unit operation

- All-wheel drive and electrical pickup

- Machined brass flywheel

- Heavy die-cast metal chassis

- Constant and directional LED headlights

- 21-pin DCC plug

- Pre-installed 28mm speaker on standard DC and Sound & DCC versions

- Molded drill starter points - add grab irons to your model easily with the GP9 Phase II Diesel Detail Kit (910-258, sold separately)

Order Due Date: June 30, 2026

Anticipated Delivery Date: December 2027

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