Athearn presents the ATHG82350 GP7 MV - Midland Valley #154 in HO scale, equipped with DCC and Sound Tsunami. This locomotive is a great addition to your collection.
Detailed Information
In 1923, the Midland Valley, Kansas Oklahoma & Gulf, and Oklahoma City Ada & Atoka were acquired by the Muskogee Roads of Philadelphia. The headquarters and shops were then moved to Muskogee, OK. In 1953, the MV received its first diesel locomotives, GP7s 151 - 154. Similar GP7s were also used by the KO&G, and all units were painted in a standard EMD styling department scheme.
LOCOMOTIVE FEATURES:
- Coupler cut levers
- Trainline and MU hoses
- Drop steps (unless noted)
- MU stands
- “Nub” style walkway tread
- Windshield wipers
- Lift rings
- Wire grab irons
- Sander lines
- Accurate bell placement and type
- Detailed fuel tank with fillers, gauges, breather pipes, and retention tanks
- Blomberg - B trucks with appropriate bearing caps
- Speed recorder (unless noted)
- See - through cab windows and full cab interior
- Fine - scale Celcon handrails for a realistic look
- Etched metal radiator intake and fan grilles
- Air tanks mounted below sill (unless noted)
- Body - mounted McHenry® scale knuckle couplers, Kadee® compatible
- DCC - ready with Quick Plug™ technology and 21 - pin NEM connector
- Scaled from prototype resources like drawings, measurements, and photos
- Accurately painted and printed paint schemes
- Genesis driveline with 5 - pole skew wound motor, precision flywheels, and multi - link drivetrain
- All - wheel drive for smooth and quiet operation
- All - wheel electrical pickup for reliable current flow
- Wheels with RP25 contours for use on popular tracks
- LED Lighting for a realistic appearance
- Heavy die - cast frame for better traction and pulling power
- Secure packaging for safe storage
- Fully assembled and ready to run
- Minimum radius: 18”
SOUND EQUIPPED MODELS ALSO FEATURE
- Onboard DCC decoder with SoundTraxx Tsunami2 sound
- Sound units work in both DC and DCC
- Engine, horn, and bell sounds in DC
- All functions NMRA compatible in DCC mode
- Precision slow speed control
- Program multiple unit (MU) lashup with lead unit only horn, bell, and lights
- Many functions can be changed via Configuration Value (CV) changes
PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION
In 1949, EMD introduced the GP7. It had a short hood instead of an end - cab, and full - height hoods to fit the diesel engine and components. In 1954, EMD upgraded it to the 1,750 horsepower GP9. Externally, the first GP9s were similar to the last GP7s. Later versions had different louver arrangements and some lacked frame skirting. The GP9 had the same fuel tank, steam generator, and dynamic brake options as the GP7, including “torpedo tube” air tanks on the roof. Many railroads rebuilt their GP7s and GP9s instead of buying new locomotives.
Specifications
| DCC: | Equipped |
| SOUND: | Tsunami2 |
| PROTOTYPE MANUFACTURER: | EMD |
| Axles: | 4 |
| LIGHTED: | LED Lighting |
| Minimum Age Recommendation: | 14 years |
| Is Assembly Required: | No |
Using this Athearn HO scale locomotive is easy! Since it's fully assembled, you can start using it right away. Just place it on your track with a minimum radius of 18 inches. It works with both DC and DCC power systems. If you want to use the sound features, make sure your power setup is compatible. For DCC, you can take advantage of the Quick Plug™ technology and the 21 - pin NEM connector. You can also program multiple unit (MU) lashups with specific horn, bell, and light settings. When it comes to maintenance, keep it clean. You can use a soft brush to remove dust from the body, wheels, and other parts. Avoid getting water on the electrical components. If you notice any loose parts, make sure to tighten them carefully. Store it in the provided secure packaging when not in use to protect it from damage. And remember, this product is recommended for users aged 14 years and above.
