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New Road Numbers & Paint Schemes!Atlas DASH 8-40CW Locomotive
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4,000hp Dash 8-40CW was produced by General Electric between 1989
and 1993 as a follow-up to the successful Dash 8-40C locomotive.
The most distinguishing feature of this model was the introduction
of GE's version of the wide-nose "North American Safety Cab." This
style of cab would become a common sight on railroads across the
country. Four major railroads purchased the Dash 8-40CW in fairly
large quantities, including Conrail, CSX, Santa Fe and Union
Pacific. Most of these units are still in regular mainline and
heavy-haul freight service today. Due to various mergers, they can
also be seen operating for new owners Norfolk Southern and
BNSF.
Features:
Atlas Master Series Silver Additional Features:
Atlas Master Series Gold Additional Features:
QSI Quantum System Features
Including:
Note: Due to the higher starting voltage required to operate the sound system, it is not possible to MU a non-sound-equipped loco in DC (analog) mode. AccuMate couplers are made under license from AccuRail, Inc. (Models from previous run and technical artwork shown) |
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New Paint Schemes!Atlas HO S-1, S-2 & S-4 Locomotives
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the American Locomotive Company (Alco) the low-hood S-2 was
introduced in 1940 to replace Alco's earlier high-hood switchers.
The 1000 horsepower S-2 was a turbocharged version of the S-1.
There were 1,502 S-2?s sold to North American Railroads.
Alco introduced the S-4 in 1950. The S-4 like the earlier S-2 was a 1000 horsepower switcher. Some 636 S-4's were built for North American railroads. The primary quick spotting difference between the S-1/S-2 and the S-3/S-4 can be seen in the trucks. The S-1/S-2 has Blunt trucks, while the S-3/S-4 has AAR-style trucks. The versatility of the S-2's and S-4's were evidenced by their service in mainline railroads, shortlines, and industrials. Atlas' version is back in service with handsome new paint schemes for modeler enjoyment. |
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Features:
AccuMate couplers are made under license from AccuRail, Inc. (Technical artwork shown) |
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