Athearn Ready To Roll ALBX SW1500 Locomotive 1502
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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION * Low or high-mounted windshield wipers per prototype An EMD SW1500 is a 4 axle diesel switcher locomotive built by General * Rectangular or oval builder's plate where appropriate Motors Electro-Motive Division between 1966 and 1974. It is similar in ap- * Separately applied air tank pearance to the EMD SW1000 model, which has a different engine and has * McHenry(R) scale knuckle couplers - Kadee(R) compatible one exhaust stack while the SW1500 has two. * All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation * All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow Power was provided by an EMD 645E 12-cylinder engine which generated * DCC-ready features Quick Plug(TM) plug-and-play technology with 21-pin 1,500 horsepower. This locomotive was built on the same common frame as NEM connector the EMD SW1000, giving it an overall length of 44 feet 8 inches. * Improved 5-pole skew wound can motor with flywheels and multi-link drivetrain The SW1500 featured a bulkier carbody and was a bit heavier from earlier * Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track models although its intended use remained the same, working light branch * Highly-detailed, injection molded body lines or in industrial settings. Many railroads regularly used SW1500s for * Interior plastic blister safely holds the model for convenient storage road freight service. * Minimum radius: 18" LEGENDARY LIVERIES What are Legendary Liveries? An Athearn exclusive, they are the ultimate answer to "What if?" Featuring some of the most popular railroad paint schemes of all time, these models are perfect for collecting, proto- freelancing, or just plain fun! Whether company proposed paint schemes, canceled locomotive orders, or alternate takes on history, Legendary Liveries are fun and unique additions to any roster. Enjoy these items, and answer the ultimate railroad question of: "What if?" $224.99 w/o SOUND | $294.99 w/ SOUND Items listed are subject to cancellation if pre-order minimum production quantities are not met. VISIT Your Local Retailer Orders Due: 12.27.24 CLICK Athearn.com ETA: MAY 2026 CALL 1.800.338.4639
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