Athearn Genesis GN GP9 Locomotive 688
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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION * Speed recorder unless noted In 1949, EMD introduced the GP7. The basic design followed most diesel switchers with the addition of a short hood instead of an end-cab. The * Body-mounted McHenry(R) operating scale knuckle couplers hoods were also full height to better accommodate the diesel engine and * DCC-ready features Quick Plug(TM) plug-and-play technology with 21-pin mechanical and electrical components. NEM connector * Fine-scale Celcon handrails for scale appearance In 1954 EMD upgraded the GP7 to become the 1,750 horsepower GP9. * Detailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, breather pipes, and Externally, the first GP9s were virtually unchanged from the last GP7s. Later retention tanks versions would include different louver arrangements and the last ones * Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined would come without the frame skirting. The GP9 was available with all of the flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain fuel tank, steam generator, and dynamic brake options as the GP7, including * All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation "torpedo tube" air tanks mounted on the roof. * All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow * Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track Many railroads chose to rebuild their GP7s and GP9s for continued service. * Bidirectional constant LED lighting so headlight brightness remains Often times, it was cheaper to do this rather than purchasing brand-new constant locomotives. * Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power * Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, field measurements, photographs, and more * Accurately-painted and -printed paint schemes * Fully-assembled and ready-to-run * Packaging securely holds model for safe storage * Minimum radius: 18" - Recommended radius: 22" $219.99 w/o SOUND | $319.99 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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Initial Source: 03_GENHO_GP9_032522.pdf