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SP 4817: Relive Railroading! HO GP38-2 Diesel, DCC & Sound! A Legend in Miniature!

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By the early 1970s, many first generation diesels were reaching the end of their service lives. The most common replacement locomotive became the GP38-2. EMD began production of the 16-cylinder, non-turbocharged, 2000 horsepower engine in 1972. Unlike the GP38's engine, which drove a generator to supply power to the traction motors, the GP38-2s prime mover drove an alternator which produced AC electrical current that was rectified to DC to power the four traction motors. Another major change for the GP38-2 was the introduction of the dash 2 modular electrical cabinet. For more than 40 years, the GP38-2 has worked main line freights, locals, switching jobs, yard service, helpers, snow fighting trains, and hump power. Many remain in service today.

SP FEATURES:

As delivered configuration with full SP light package front and rear. Front and rear gyra-lights have effect on DCC+Sound
As delivered twin shotgun style exhaust stacks
Blomberg-M truck side frames
Large SP style snow plow
Whip antenna on plane
Cab mounted Nathan 3-chime air horn on bracket
Corrugated radiator grilles
Four hole jacking pads
SP Walkway toolbox
Q Fans

NEW FEATURES:

All-new LED lighting
Rubber MU hoses for durability

The effort continues to enhance Athearn Genesis models per customer requests and feedback. There has been a lot of activity behind the scenes; we're excited to include new features often requested, to the GP38-2 and upcoming Genesis models.

LOCOMOTIVE FEATURES:

Fully-assembled and ready-to-run
DCC-ready features Quick Plugª plug-and-play technology with 21-pin NEM connector
Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, field measurements, photographs, and more
Accurately-painted and �printed paint schemes
Coupler cut levers
MU hoses
Trainline hose
See through cab windows
Full cab interior
Walkway tread
Fine-scale Celcon handrails for scale appearance
Windshield wipers
Lift rings
Wire grab irons
Detailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, & breather pipes
Sander lines
McHenry scale knuckle couplers - Kadee compatible
Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain
All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation
All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow
Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track
LED Lighting for realistic appearance
Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power
Packaging securely holds for the model for safe storage