Athearn Genesis DUPX SD70ACe Locomotive 1983
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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION * Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, In order to meet stricter diesel locomotive emissions standards imposed by field measurements, photographs, and more EPA Tier II regulations, EMD modified the SD70MAC to create the SD70ACe * Fine-scale Celcon handrails for scale appearance and SD70M-2. Each model is powered by a 16-cylinder, 4300-horsepower * Detailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, & breather pipes diesel engine. On the SD70M-2, the prime mover drives an alternator and * Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined produces AC current that is rectified to DC current, which powers the traction flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain motors. On the SD70ACe, the DC current is then "chopped" back into AC to * All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation power the traction motors. * All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow Much of the external design is based on the SD90 series locomotives. Similar * Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track features include the full height nose door and rectangular windshields, the * LED lighting for realistic appearance-including lit number boards, large flared radiators with two fans, and the positioning of the dynamic brake ground lights, and marker lights (if applicable) equipment at the rear of the long hood. In addition, the inverters were moved * Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power from inside the long hood to a box on the walkway behind the fireman's side * Packaging securely holds model for safe storage of the cab. * Minimum radius: 18" - Recommended radius: 22" Building on a rich tradition started in 1946, the Athearn(R) brand is home to the hobby's best-loved models. Athearn has brought the joy of model railroading to you for 75 years, starting from our classic 'Blue-Box" kits to our most recent Genesis(R) 2.0 line. With accurate detailing and painting, Athearn is the brand that any hobbyist is proud to own and operate. No matter your era or favorite railroad, Athearn truly is "Trains in Miniature." $259.99 w/o SOUND | $349.99 w/ SOUND VISIT A T H E A R N Your Local Retailer CLICK Athearn.com CALL 1.800.338.4639 These items are subject to Horizon's MAP policy
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