Athearn Genesis NS SD80MAC Locomotive 7204
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PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION * Detailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, & breather pipes With the increase in available adhesion and tractive effort due to AC- * Body-mounted McHenry(R) operating scale knuckle couplers traction technology, an unofficial horsepower race between the two * Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision dominant locomotive builders was on. machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain for trouble free operation The SD80MAC was the first EMD locomotive to utilize a V20 engine since * All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth and quiet operation the SD45 series. For Conrail, the SD80MACs were the first AC-traction * All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow diesel locomotives on the roster. These locomotives became Conrail's * Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track choice for handling long and heavy coal trains on their Pittsburgh and * LED Lighting for trouble free operation Boston Lines, also over their Allegheny Mountain routes in Pennsylvania, * Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power West Virginia, Virginia, and New York. * Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, field measurements, photographs, and more After the split-up of Conrail in 1999, the SD80MACs went to CSX * Accurately-painted and -printed paint schemes Transportation, and Norfolk Southern. Eventually NS traded with CSX to * Packaging securely holds the model for safe storage acquire the remaining SD80MACs becoming the sole operator of these * Minimum radius: 18" - Recommended radius: 22" models to date. LEGENDARY LIVERIES What are Legendary Liveries? An Athearn exclusive, they are the ultimate answer to "What if?" Featuring some of the most popular railroad paint schemes of all time, these models are perfect for collecting, proto- freelancing, or just plain fun! Whether company proposed paint schemes, canceled locomotive orders, or alternate takes on history, Legendary Liveries are fun and unique additions to any roster. Enjoy these items, and answer the ultimate railroad question of: "What if?" $289.99 w/o SOUND | $389.99 w/ SOUND Items listed are subject to cancellation if pre-order minimum production quantities are not met. These items are subject to Horizon's MAP policy VISIT Your Local Retailer CLICK Athearn.com CALL 1.800.338.4639
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