Athearn Genesis GTW GP38-2 Locomotive 5853
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).
GP38-2
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.
ATHG71714
The name of the railroad or owner.
Grand Trunk Western (GTW/CNAZ)
The specific number assigned to this individual car or locomotive.
5853
The alphabetic code identifying the owner (e.g., UP, BNSF).
GTW
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.
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The rebuild date, if printed on the model.
-
The reweigh date, if printed on the model.
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The earliest time period appropriate for this item.
Contemporary (2005 - Present)
Merger (1995 - 2005)
Deregulation (1980 - 1995)
Second Generation Diesel (1960 - 1980)
The specific decades during which this item would be prototypical in revenue service.
2000s
1990s
1980s
1970s
The approximate length of the car in feet.
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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)
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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).
GP38-2
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.
ATHG71714
The name of the railroad or owner.
Grand Trunk Western (GTW/CNAZ)
The specific number assigned to this individual car or locomotive.
5853
The alphabetic code identifying the owner (e.g., UP, BNSF).
GTW
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).
GP38-2
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.
ATHG71714
The name of the railroad or owner.
Grand Trunk Western (GTW/CNAZ)
The specific number assigned to this individual car or locomotive.
5853
The alphabetic code identifying the owner (e.g., UP, BNSF).
GTW
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 By the early 1970s, many first generation diesels were reaching the end of their service lives. The most common replacement locomotive became the GP38-2. EMD began production of the 16-cylinder, non-turbocharged, 2000 horsepower engine in 1972. Unlike the GP38's engine, which drove a generator to supply power to the traction motors, the GP38-2s prime mover drove an alternator which produced AC electrical current that was rectified to DC to power the four traction motors. Another major change for the GP38-2 was the introduction of the "dash 2" modular electrical cabinet. For more than 40 years, the GP38-2 has worked main line freights, locals, switching jobs, yard service, helpers, snow fighting trains, and hump power. Many remain in service today. $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
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Initial Source: 01_GEN_GP38-2_092421.pdf