Item #: | ATH29328 | Item Condition: | Brand New in Factory Packaging |
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Manufacturer: | Athearn | Warranty: | Full Manufacturer Warranty |
UPC Code: | Does Not Apply | Shipping Time: | In Stock Ships Within 24hrs |
Athearn ATH29328 HO Scale GP38-2 GTW / Bicentennial #1776 DCC Ready Locomotive
MODEL FEATURES:
Scale width hood
Fully-assembled and ready-to-run out of the box
Roadname specific details
Painted and printed for realistic decoration
Highly detailed, injection molded body
See-through cab windows
See-through radiator fans
See-through dynamic brake fans if applicable
Separately-applied horn
Separately-applied wire grab irons
Celcon handrails for scale appearance
Frame-mounted bell
Quick Plug™ plug and play technology: DCC ready with both 8 and 9 pin connector unless noted*
Bi-directional constant lighting so headlight brightness remains consistent
Incandescent bulbs for realistic appearance
McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers
All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth and quiet operation
Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power
All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow
5-pole motor with precision-machined flywheels and multi-link drive train for trouble free operation
Wheels with RP25 contours operate on Code 55, 70, 75, 80, 83, 100 rail
Window packaging for easy viewing, plus interior plastic blister safely holds the model for convenient storage
Replacement parts available including motor brushes
Minimum radius: 18"
PROTOTYPE AND BACKGROUND INFO:
The EMD GP series locomotives became some of the most successful designs of the age. Produced from 1970s to mid 1980s the GP38-2 and GP50 were quickly found in many different tasks of the railroad. From switching to pulling high priority freight trains across country, these versatile locomotives brought the goods to North America. Many of these locomotives are now being rebuilt with ecologically sound emission control for higher population centers. A new era emerges as technology meets proven reliability for these EMD products.
Athearn brings these representative locomotives alongside regular freight trains that were commonplace. Sharing the new golden age of railroading!
Specifications
DCC: Ready
SOUND: No
PROTOTYPE MANUFACTURER: Electro Motive Division
COUPLER STYLE: McHenry Scale Knuckle
ERA: 1972 - Present
Minimum Age Recommendation: 14 years
Experience Level: Beginner
Recommended Environment: Indoor
Is Assembly Required: No