Athearn Genesis UP SD70ACe Locomotive 1989
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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION retention tanks In order to meet stricter diesel locomotive emissions standards imposed by * Body-mounted McHenry(R) operating scale knuckle couplers EPA Tier II regulations, EMD modified the SD70MAC to create the SD70ACe * Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined and SD70M-2. Each model is powered by a 16-cylinder, 4300-horsepower flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain for trouble free operation diesel engine. On the SD70M-2, the prime mover drives an alternator and * Eight-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth and quiet operation produces AC current that is rectified to DC current, which powers the traction * All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow motors. On the SD70ACe, the DC current is then "chopped" back into AC to * Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track power the traction motors. * LED Lighting for trouble free operation * Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power Much of the external design is based on the SD90 series locomotives. Simi- * Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, field lar features include the full height nose door and rectangular windshields, the measurements, photographs, and more large flared radiators with two fans, and the positioning of the dynamic brake * Accurately-painted and -printed paint schemes equipment at the rear of the long hood. In addition, the inverters were moved * Fully-assembled and ready-to-run from inside the long hood to a box on the walkway behind the fireman's side * Packaging securely holds the model for safe storage of the cab. $259.99 w/o SOUND | $359.99 w/ SOUND These items are subject to Horizon's MAP policy VISIT Your Local Retailer Orders Due: 08.26.22 CLICK Athearn.com ETA: September 2023 CALL 1.800.338.4639
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