Athearn Genesis SOU GP38-2 Locomotive 5040F
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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION * All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation By the early 1970s, many first generation diesels were reach- * All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow ing the end of their service lives. The most common replace- * Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track ment locomotive became the GP38-2. EMD began production * LED Lighting for realistic appearance of the 16-cylinder, non-turbocharged, 2000 horsepower engine * Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction in 1972. Unlike the GP38's engine, which drove a generator to and more pulling power supply power to the traction motors, the GP38-2s prime mover * Packaging securely holds for the model drove an alternator which produced AC electrical current that for safe storage 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. w/o Sound $189.98 With Sound $279.98 SRP SRP These items are subject to Horizon's MAP policy * Union Pacific Licensed Product Visit Your Local Retailer | Visit www.athearn.com | Call 1.800.338.4639
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