Athearn Genesis VTR SD70M-2 Locomotive 4301
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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION * Full cab interior * Walkway tread In order to meet stricter diesel locomotive emissions standards * Etched see-through steps imposed by EPA Tier II regulations, EMD modified the SD70MAC * Fine-scale Celcon handrails for scale appearance to create the SD70ACe and SD70M-2. Each model is powered by * Windshield wipers a 16-cylinder, 4300-horsepower diesel engine. On the SD70M-2, * Lift rings the prime mover drives an alternator and producesA C current that * Wire grab irons is rectified to DC current, which powers the traction motors. On the * Detailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, & breather pipes SD70ACe, the DC current is then "chopped" back intoA C to power * Sander lines the traction motors. * McHenry scale knuckle couplers - Kadee compatible * Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain Much of the external design is based on the SD90 series * All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation locomotives, specifically the SD90MAC-H PHII. Similar features * All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow include the nose shape, full height nose door and rectangula r * Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track windshields, the large flared radiators with two fans, and the * LED lighting for realistic appearance-including lit number boards, positioning of the dynamic brake equipment at the rear of the long ground lights, and marker lights (if applicable) hood. In addition, the inverters were moved from inside the long * Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power hood to a box on the walkway behind the fireman's side of the cab. * Packaging securely holds model for safe storage The Athearn Genesis 2.0 SD70ACE and SD70M-2 feature upgraded tooling with new walkway variants and etched see- through steps. Additional lighting features over previous versions include operating number boards and ground lights, as well as working marker lights on applicable CN versions. A ll lighting is provided by LEDs. w/o Sound $249.98 With Sound $339.98 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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