Athearn Ready To Roll DRGW SD40T-2 Locomotive 5405
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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION * McHenry(R) operating scale knuckle couplers The SD40T-2 is a 6-axle diesel-electric locomotive built by General Motors * All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth and quiet operation Electro-Motive Division having a 16-cylinder EMD 645E3 diesel engine pro- * 5-pole motor with flywheels and multi-link drivetrain for trouble-free ducing 3,000 horsepower (2,240 kW). 312 SD40T-2s were built for North operation American railroads between April 1974 and July 1980. This locomotive and * DCC Ready 21-pin NEM Quick Plug(TM) technology the SD45T-2 are popularly called tunnel motors, but EMD's term is SD40-2s * Nickel plated, blackened machined wheels with "cooling system modifications" because they were designed for better * Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track engine cooling in tunnels. The difference between this locomotive and its * Fully assembled and ready-to-run non-tunnel motor cousin, the SD40-2, are the radiator intakes and radiator * Highly-detailed, injection molded body fan grills located at the rear of the locomotive. The radiator air intakes in this * Painted and printed for realistic decoration model were along the deck to allow more fresh, cooler air to enter and less * Recommended radius: 22" hot exhaust fumes lingering around the tunnel's ceiling. LEGENDARY LIVERIES What are Legendary Liveries? An Athearn exclusive, they are the ultimate answer to "What if?" Featuring some of the most popular railroad pain t 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?" $179.99 w/o SOUND | $279.99 w/ SOUND These items are subject to Horizon's MAP policy VISIT Your Local Retailer Orders Due: 04.29.22 CLICK Athearn.com ETA: MAY 2023 CALL 1.800.338.4639
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