Athearn Genesis GN GP7 Locomotive 608
Model Information
The size ratio of the model relative to the real-world prototype (e.g., HO, N, O).
HO
The marketing brand under which the item is sold (e.g., Athearn, Walthers).
Athearn
A specific product line within the brand (e.g., Genesis, Mainline).
Genesis
The general category of the item (e.g., Locomotive, Rolling Stock).
Locomotive
A more specific classification (e.g., Diesel-Electric, Boxcar).
Diesel
A detailed description of the specific car or locomotive type (e.g., GP38-2, Plug Door Insulated Steel).
GP7
The actual entity that manufactured the model, if different from the brand.
Athearn
The stock keeping unit (SKU) or catalog number assigned by the manufacturer.
ATHG82252
The name of the railroad or owner.
Great Northern (GN)
The specific number assigned to this individual car or locomotive.
608
The alphabetic code identifying the owner (e.g., UP, BNSF).
GN
Curated list of common equipment details like DCC, Sound, Powered status, etc.
Additional attributes or equipment details not covered by standard features.
Prototype Details
The builder of the real-world equipment (e.g., EMD, GE, ACF).
EMD
The build date, if printed on the model.
-
The rebuild date, if printed on the model.
-
The reweigh date, if printed on the model.
-
The earliest time period appropriate for this item.
Second Generation Diesel (1960 - 1980)
Transition (1940 - 1960)
The specific decades during which this item would be prototypical in revenue service.
1970s
1960s
1950s
1940s
The approximate length of the car in feet.
-
Specific measurements of the model or prototype. Format: [Type] [Value] (e.g. IL 40'6").
Allowed types:
• IL (Inside Length)
• IW (Inside Width)
• IH (Inside Height)
• OL (Outside Length)
• OW (Outside Width)
• OH (Outside Height)
• EH (Eaves Height)
• EW (Eaves Width)
• EXH (Extreme Height)
• EXW (Extreme Width)
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Volume or weight capacity markings as labeled on the model or prototype. Format: [Type] [Value] (e.g. CUFT 3000).
Allowed types:
• CUFT (Cubic Feet)
• CAPY (Nominal Capacity)
• LDLMT (Load Limit)
• LTWT (Light Weight)
• GRL (Gross Rail Load)
• MAX WGT (Max Cargo Weight)
• GAL (Gallons)
• US GAL (US Gallons)
• IMP GAL (Imperial Gallons)
• LITERS (Liters)
• KG (Kilograms)
• SHELL (Shell Capacity)
• DOME (Dome Capacity)
• WATER CAPY (Water Capacity)
• ICE CAPY (Ice Bunker Capacity)
• BKR CAPY (Bunker Capacity)
• LEVEL (Level Full Capacity)
-
Availability
The date the model was announced by the manufacturer.
September 2021
The estimated arrival date for the model provided by the manufacturer at the time of announcement.
November 2022
The actual date the model became available at retailers.
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The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price at the time of announcement.
$219.90
Model Information
The size ratio of the model relative to the real-world prototype (e.g., HO, N, O).
HO
The marketing brand under which the item is sold (e.g., Athearn, Walthers).
Athearn
A specific product line within the brand (e.g., Genesis, Mainline).
Genesis
The general category of the item (e.g., Locomotive, Rolling Stock).
Locomotive
A more specific classification (e.g., Diesel-Electric, Boxcar).
Diesel
A detailed description of the specific car or locomotive type (e.g., GP38-2, Plug Door Insulated Steel).
GP7
The actual entity that manufactured the model, if different from the brand.
Athearn
The stock keeping unit (SKU) or catalog number assigned by the manufacturer.
ATHG82252
The name of the railroad or owner.
Great Northern (GN)
The specific number assigned to this individual car or locomotive.
608
The alphabetic code identifying the owner (e.g., UP, BNSF).
GN
Curated list of common equipment details like DCC, Sound, Powered status, etc.
Additional attributes or equipment details not covered by standard features.
Model Information
The size ratio of the model relative to the real-world prototype (e.g., HO, N, O).
HO
The marketing brand under which the item is sold (e.g., Athearn, Walthers).
Athearn
A specific product line within the brand (e.g., Genesis, Mainline).
Genesis
The general category of the item (e.g., Locomotive, Rolling Stock).
Locomotive
A more specific classification (e.g., Diesel-Electric, Boxcar).
Diesel
A detailed description of the specific car or locomotive type (e.g., GP38-2, Plug Door Insulated Steel).
GP7
The actual entity that manufactured the model, if different from the brand.
Athearn
The stock keeping unit (SKU) or catalog number assigned by the manufacturer.
ATHG82252
The name of the railroad or owner.
Great Northern (GN)
The specific number assigned to this individual car or locomotive.
608
The alphabetic code identifying the owner (e.g., UP, BNSF).
GN
Curated list of common equipment details like DCC, Sound, Powered status, etc.
Additional attributes or equipment details not covered by standard features.
The official description provided by the manufacturer.
PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION In 1949, EMD introduced the GP7. The basic design followed most diesel switchers with the addition of a short hood instead of an end-cabT. he hoods were also full height to better accommodate the diesel engine and mechanical and electrical components. In 1954 EMD upgraded the GP7 to become the 1,750 horsepower GP9. Externally, the first GP9s were virtually unchanged from the last GP7s. Later version s would include different louver arrangements and the last ones would come without the frame skirtingT. he GP9 was available with all of the fuel tank, steam generator, and dynamic brake options as the GP7, including "torpedo tube" air tanks mounted on the roof. Many railroads chose to rebuild their GP7s and GP9s for continued service. Often times, it was cheaper to do this rather than purchasing brand-ne w locomotives. $219.99 w/o SOUND | $319.99 w/ SOUND A T H E A R N VISIT Your Local Retailer CLICK Athearn.com CALL 1.800.338.4639 These items are subject to Horizon's MAP policy
Additional community-contributed notes or observations.
Initial Source: 02_GEN_GP7_092421.pdf