In November 1959, EMD introduced the first of its second-generation diesels, the turbocharged GP20.
The GP20 is a four-axle road switcher with a turbocharged 567D2 engine, capable of producing 2000 horsepower.
Two prominent features of the original GP20's are dynamic brakes and a low, short hood that tapers away from the front of the cab.
Between November of 1959 and April 1962, EMD produced 260 of these locomotives, which were originally sold to eight US railroads.
GP20's made their way to many railroads, and several are still operating today on short lines in the US.
Paragon4 Sound & Control SystemFeatures:
Operates in DC & DCC with improved DC speed control (use DCMaster for DC Sound)
Built-In capacitor pack to navigate imperfect track
Capacitor Pack automatically disabled on program track for full compatibility with JMRI Decoder Pro
Pro Lighting Mode offers individual control of all lights on model
Switcher Mode for precise low speed control.
Record & Play Operation - Records and plays back sounds and movements once or repeatedly for automatic operation
High Resolution Audio
Quillable Whistle for various whistle lengths and patterns
Choice of 3 selectable Horns
Alternate Whistle / Horn where applicable for locomotive with air horn and steam whistle - both the main whistle and alternate can be easily played
Adjustable bell ringing interval for faster or slower bell
Numerous user-mappable functions with available keys
Multiple realistic passenger and crew sounds play on command
Grade Crossing Automatic Signal
Automatic Forward / Reverse Signal - When activated, stopping triggers and stop whistle toot.
When moving forward from a stopped position, toots twice. When moving in reverse. toots three times.
Prime Mover sound intensity varies with load
Individually adjustable sound volumes for each effect
EZ Reset Button for quick return to factory default settings
Metal Kadee-compatible Couplers (2)
Will Operate on Code 70, 83, and 100 rail
Minimum Operating Radius: 18 inches
**Specifications on this page subject to change.