Introduced in 1954 as the successor to the GP-7 road switcher, the EMD GP-9 proved to be even more popular with the railroads than its predecessor. With over 3500 units produced in a 6 year span, the 1750 hp GP-9 could be found in one form or another on most roads in the U.S. and Canada.

Features Include:

Highly detailed body
Operating diesel exhaust
Die-cast metal chassis/sill unit
Die-cast metal fuel tank
Die-cast metal pilots
Detailed die-cast trucks
All metal handrails and stanchions
All metal grab irons
Twin flywheel-equipped motors
Directional golden-white LEDs
Accurate painting and printing
Length - Approx. 14"
Minimum radius curve: 36" (2-Rail)

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QSI Features: Authentic diesel engine sounds Squealing brakes, Doppler effect, Air let-off in neutral, Coupler impact sounds when operated with DCC, Helper mode that mutes the whistle and bell for double heading

All wheels insulated with 8 wheel pickup
Die-cast scale couplers