Description
One of EMD's most successful diesels, the GP7 was plain but tough and some are going strong after over 70 years of service. The GP7 was EMD's first hood unit, offering better visibility for switching and easier access for maintenance. A great addition to your HO Scale roster, these WalthersProto models are based on units in service from the 1950s to the 1970s. This is a limited edition one-time run of these roadnumbers. Features include: Wire grab irons & etched lift rings Available with ESU LokSound V5 sound for DCC & DC layouts Warm white LED constant & directional headlights 21-pin DCC plug 14:1 helical gears for ultra-quiet and smooth running 5-pole, skew-wound, high-torque, high-efficiency can motor Easy multiple-unit operation Superb paint & lettering Heavy die-cast metal underframe Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers Specific features of this unit include: Based on units in operation from the 1950s through the early 1970s Brass Nathan M3 air horn Brass roof mounted bell Non-dynamic long hood Early Pyle dual sealed beam headlights Winterization hatch with etched metal grill Roof-mounted air tanks with piping Etched metal canvas style sunshades Tall MU stands 1200-gallon fuel tank with dual 600-gallon water tanks Roller bearing journals Short-hood forward operation
