Description
Sensitivity to fuel economy in the 1970’s justified the GP39-2 in EMD’s catalog. It also laid the ground work for EMD to start exploring locomotive designs that utilize engines with larger piston displacement yet posess fewer cylinders. This approach has become the foundation to modern locomotive technology.
In 1983, EMD took this concept to the next step by introducing the GP49. Basically a 12-cylinder version of the GP50, it produced almost as much power as the 16-cylinder GP40-2, with supposedly better fuel economy. The model was not a huge success, with only 9 being sold in the open market, as well as 6 GP39Xs being upgraded to GP49 standards. Interestingly, an SD49 was also cataloged but generated no orders.In 1983, EMD took this concept to the next step by introducing the GP49. Basically a 12-cylinder version of the GP50, it produced almost as much power as the 16-cylinder GP40-2, with supposedly better fuel economy. The model was not a huge success, with only 9 being sold in the open market, as well as 6 GP39Xs being upgraded to GP49 standards. Interestingly, an SD49 was also cataloged but generated no orders.
LEGENDARY LIVERIESLEGENDARY LIVERIES
What are Legendary Liveries? An Athearn exclusive, they are the ultimate answer to “What if? ” Featuring some of the most popular railroad paint schemes of all time, these models are perfect for collecting, protofreelancing, or just plain fun! Whether company proposed paint schemes, canceled locomotive orders, or alternate takes on history, Legendary Liveries are fun and unique additions to any roster. Enjoy these items, and answer the ultimate railroad question of: “What if? ”What are Legendary Liveries? An Athearn exclusive, they are the ultimate answer to “What if? ” Featuring some of the most popular railroad paint schemes of all time, these models are perfect for collecting, protofreelancing, or just plain fun! Whether company proposed paint schemes, canceled locomotive orders, or alternate takes on history, Legendary Liveries are fun and unique additions to any roster. Enjoy these items, and answer the ultimate railroad question of: “What if? ”
ATHEARN EMD GP49 DIESEL LOCOMOTIVE FEATURES:ATHEARN EMD GP49 DIESEL LOCOMOTIVE FEATURES:
Coupler cut leversCoupler cut levers
Drop steps unless notedDrop steps unless noted
“Nub ” style walkway tread “Nub ” style walkway tread
Lift ringsLift rings
Walkway treadWalkway tread
Lit number boardsLit number boards
Lit signal lights and/or beacons, if equippedLit signal lights and/or beacons, if equipped
Bell placement & type per prototypeBell placement & type per prototype
Detailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, and breather pipesDetailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, and breather pipes
Blomberg-B or Blomberg-M trucks with appropriate bearing capsBlomberg-B or Blomberg-M trucks with appropriate bearing caps
Speed recorder unless notedSpeed recorder unless noted
See-through cab windows and full cab interiorSee-through cab windows and full cab interior
Fine-scale Celcon handrails for scale appearanceFine-scale Celcon handrails for scale appearance
Etched metal fan grillesEtched metal fan grilles
Air tanks mounted below sill unless notedAir tanks mounted below sill unless noted
Body-mounted McHenry scale knuckle couplers – Kadee compatibleBody-mounted McHenry scale knuckle couplers – Kadee compatible
DCC-ready features Quick Plug plug-and-play technology with 21-pin NEM connectorDCC-ready features Quick Plug plug-and-play technology with 21-pin NEM connector
Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, field measurements, photographs, and moreScaled from prototype resources including drawings, field measurements, photographs, and more
Accurately painted and printed paint schemesAccurately painted and printed paint schemes
Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrainGenesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain
All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operationAll-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation
All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flowAll-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow
Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of trackWheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track
LED Lighting for realistic appearanceLED Lighting for realistic appearance
Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling powerHeavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power
Packaging securely holds for the model for safe storagePackaging securely holds for the model for safe storage
Trainline and MU hosesTrainline and MU hoses
MU standsMU stands
Windshield wipersWindshield wipers
Wire grab ironsWire grab irons
Sanding linesSanding lines
Minimum radius: 18 ”Minimum radius: 18 ”
SOUND-EQUIPPED MODELS ALSO FEATURE:SOUND-EQUIPPED MODELS ALSO FEATURE:
Onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 soundOnboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound
Dual cube speakers for optimal sound qualityDual cube speakers for optimal sound quality
Sound units operate in both DC and DCCSound units operate in both DC and DCC
Full DCC functions available when operated in DCC modeFull DCC functions available when operated in DCC mode
Engine, horn, and bell sounds work in DCEngine, horn, and bell sounds work in DC
Program a multiple unit (MU) lashup with lead unit only horn, bell, and lightsProgram a multiple unit (MU) lashup with lead unit only horn, bell, and lights
All functions NMRA compatible in DCC modeAll functions NMRA compatible in DCC mode
Precision slow speed controlPrecision slow speed control
Many functions can be altered via Configuration Value (CV) changesMany functions can be altered via Configuration Value (CV) changes
CV chart included in the boxCV chart included in the box
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