D&RGW #3113 GP40-2

Description

By the early 1970s, many first generation diesels were reaching the end of their service lives. The most common replacement locomotives became the GP40-2. EMD began production of the 16-cylinder, turbocharged, 3000 horsepower engine in 1972. These locomotive were developed for service where higher horsepower and faster service were preferable. A major feature for the GP40-2 was the introduction of the dash 2 modular electrical cabinet. For more than 40 years, the GP40-2 has worked main line freights, locals, switching jobs, yard service, and helper service. Many remain in service today.r r Product Item #: G64549

NEW FEATURES:

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• All-new LED lighting

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• Rubber MU hoses for durability

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r 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 GP40-2 and upcoming Genesis models.r

DRGW FEATURES:

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• Chickenwire grills

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• Front & rear drop steps

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• Lifting slots on pilots

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• Blomberg-B trucks with appropriate bearing caps

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• Nathan M3 horn

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• Sinclair antenna

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• 81 nose with operating MARS light

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• ACI plates

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#3113:

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• Early exhaust silencer

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LOCOMOTIVE FEATURES:

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• Fully-assembled and ready-to-run

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• DCC-ready features Quick Plugª plug-and-play technology with 21-pin NEM connector

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• Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, field measurements, photographs, and more

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• Accurately-painted and �printed paint schemes

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• Coupler cut levers

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• MU hoses

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• Trainline hose

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• See through cab windows

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• Full cab interior

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• Walkway tread

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• Fine-scale Celcon handrails for scale appearance

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• Windshield wipers

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• Lift rings

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• Wire grab irons

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• Detailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, & breather pipes

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• Sander lines

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• McHenry scale knuckle couplers – Kadee compatible

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• Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain

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• All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation

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• All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow

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• Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track

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• LED Lighting for realistic appearance

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• Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power

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• Packaging securely holds for the model for safe storage

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