Atlas 10004234 SP GP40-2 #7661, HO scale

Atlas Item #: 10004234 The GP40-2 was EMD’s follow-up to the very successful GP40 locomotive model. While many internal upgrades were introduced (such as the use of improved, modular Dash 2 electrical components), there were some external differences between the early production GP40-2 and late-production GP40. This included an engine water-level sight glass on the right side of the body (a feature common to all EMD Dash 2 models), a larger electrical cabinet air filter box, a lengthened battery compartment on the left side, and a slightly modified cab. All GP40-2s featured a 16-cylinder EMD 645-series diesel engine which was rated at 3,000 horsepower. Early to mid-production phase 2 GP40-2s were built from mid-1976 through late-1979. Several major spotting features of Phase 2 units include: an 88” low nose, corrugated radiator grilles and notched step wells. Features: Golden-white LEDs Realistic die-cast underframe Five-pole skewed armature motor with dual flywheels for optimum performance at all speeds Directional lighting Factory-equipped with AccuMate® knuckle couplers Detailed cab interior with crew Separately-installed scale windshield wipers, metal grab irons and fine scale handrails Movable drop steps Walkway safety tread Coupler cut bars Multiple unit hoses and trainline hoses Snowplow