ATLAS (HO SCALE) GP-38 AND
GP-40
LOCOMOTIVES
In 1966 EMD introduced a new line of locomotives based on the
16-cylinder 645-series prime mover. The “40-series” included
a six-axle and four-axle model, the latter being the GP40. A
total of 1,145 units were produced between 1966 and 1972. These
turbocharged 3,000hp locomotives were used primarily in road
freight service. The GP40 was a versatile locomotive that could
be found across the US hauling drag freights over mountain passes
and leading high-speed intermodal trains across flat terrain.
Three rooftop radiator fans at the rear of the long hood differentiate
a GP40 from its lower horsepower counterpart, the GP38, which
has two fans at this location.
Concurrent with GP40 production, EMD offered a lower horsepower,
non-turbocharged locomotive based on the same 645-series prime
mover. The four-axle GP38 was rated at 2,000 hp and had the
advantage of costing less than the GP40. A total of 727 units
were produced between 1966 and 1971 when the model was superseded.
The wheelbase of the GP38 was identical to that of the GP40.
Both units shared the same EMD road-switcher style body that
was introduced with the GP35 in 1963. A desire for standardization
caused the GP38 to share the same wheelbase, frame and many
external components as the GP40. The GP38 was purchased by large
and small roads alike. It was routinely found in local and road
freight service throughout the US. Many GP38s and 40s are still
in service today.
MSRP: $139.95
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 HO 4-Function Dual-Mode® Decoder
Snowplow Additional feature parts included but not installed
(GP-40): Electrical cabinet air filter box (ECAFB) Two engine
compartment roof vents which were added by many railroads sometime
after delivery AccuMate® couplers are made under license from
AccuRail, Inc.
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