Introduced in 1972 as an update to the GP38, this second generation EMD diesel went on to become the most successful diesel of this generation and numerous units remain in service today. While numbers dwindle with Class I roads, these dependable workhorses have gone on to second, third and even fourth owners in some cases. There are few applications and few types of cargo that have not been hauled by the venerable GP38-2. With units being rebuilt all the time, examples of this fine locomotive will remain in service for years to come.

The Athearn Genesis model of this prototype is completely new from the ground up and features modular tooling to allow an unprecedented amount of variation and detail on individual units. Locomotives will feature road specific details, and in some cases, come with additional detailing parts for different eras of operation. Available in DCC Ready and DCC w/Tsunami Sound Versions.

Features:

• All-new tooling
• Separately applied wire grab irons
  
• Oil-bath air filters on the Southern units
• Etched radiator fan grills
  
• Southern units will feature switcher-style steps
• Window glazing
  
• Short blower housing on CN versions
• Operating headlights utilizing microbulbs
  
• All-new Canadian safety cab on CN GP38-2(W)s
• Canadian "ladder" style steps on CN units
  
• Non-sound units are DCC ready using Quick Plug technology
  
• Sound units have Soundtraxx Tsunami factory installed
  
• McHenry scale knuckle spring couplers
  
• Prototype specific details per phase and prototype, such as:
  
  • Radiator grilles
  • Fuel tanks
  • Fan spacing
    
  • Dynamic brakes
  • Battery access doors
  • ECAFBs
    
  • Sunshades
  • Cut Levers
  • MU stands
    
  • PAF Box or oil-bath filters
  • Lost-wax brass air horns
  • Ditch and walkway lights
    
  • Bell
  • Truck sideframes
  • Pilot details
    
  • Many headlight options
  • Antennas
  • Stepwells

Reservations Due By: February 16, 2012

Expected Release: December 2012

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