Athearn Genesis CP GP9 Locomotive 8529
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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION * See-through cab windows and full cab interior * Etched metal radiator intake grilles and fan grilles In 1949, EMD introduced the GP7. The basic design followed most diesel * Air tanks mounted below sill unless noted switchers with the addition of a short hood instead of an end-cab.T he * Detailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, breather pipes, and hoods were also full height to better accommodate the diesel engine and retention tanks mechanical and electrical components. * Blomberg-B trucks with appropriate bearing caps * Sander lines In 1954 EMD upgraded the GP7 to become the 1,750 horsepower GP9 . * Speed recorder unless noted Externally, the first GP9s were virtually unchanged from the last GP7s . * Fully-assembled and ready-to-run Later versions would include different louver arrangements and the las t * DCC-ready features Quick Plug(TM) plug-and-play technology with 21-pin ones would come without the frame skirting.T he GP9 was available with all NEM connector of the fuel tank, steam generator, and dynamic brake options as the GP7 , * Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, field including "torpedo tube" air tanks mounted on the roof. measurements, photographs, and more * Accurately-painted and printed paint schemes Many railroads chose to rebuild their GP7s and GP9s for continued service. * Body-mounted McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers Often times, it was cheaper to do this rather than purchasing brand-new * Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined locomotives. flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain for trouble free operation * All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth and quiet operation * All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow * Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track * Bidirectional constant LED lighting so headlight brightness remains constant * Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power * Packaging securely holds the model for safe storage * Replacement parts available * Minimum radius: 18" w/o Sound $209.98 With Sound $299.98 SRP SRP These items are subject to Horizon's MAP policy Visit Your Local Retailer | Visit www.athearn.com | Call 1.800.338.4639
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Initial Source: 01_GEN_GP9_112720.pdf