HO GP7 Locomotive Primed For Grime RI #1282 (ATHG-2280)
HO-scale GP7 diesel locomotive from Athearn in a Primed For Grime weathered finish, designed to resemble an in-service unit that has spent years on the rails. This finish provides a realistic base for weathering and lets hobbyists build up grime and rust to taste. The model features maroon paint with yellow ends and logos on the ends and cab sides, along with authentic details such as MARS-type headlights, cut skirts, spark arrestors, a winterization hatch, and footboard pilots. See-through cab windows reveal a full cab interior, and the HO-scale model is ready for DCC operation via Quick Plug 21-pin NEM connector for easy digital updates.
On the mechanical side, the GP7 delivers solid performance and rugged construction: a heavy die-cast frame for weight and traction, a Genesis driveline with a five-pole skew-wound motor, precision flywheels, and a multi-link drivetrain for smooth, quiet operation. It rides on finely detailed trucks, uses body-mounted scale knuckle couplers that are Kadee-compatible, and features RP25 wheel contours for reliable running on popular HO track. LED lighting adds realism, and the layout-friendly design accommodates an 18-inch minimum radius, making it a durable weathering platform for yards, branches, and diorama scenes.
HO-scale GP7 diesel locomotive from Athearn in a Primed For Grime weathered finish, designed to resemble an in-service unit that has spent years on the rails. This finish provides a realistic base for weathering and lets hobbyists build up grime and rust to taste. The model features maroon paint with yellow ends and logos on the ends and cab sides, along with authentic details such as MARS-type headlights, cut skirts, spark arrestors, a winterization hatch, and footboard pilots. See-through cab windows reveal a full cab interior, and the HO-scale model is ready for DCC operation via Quick Plug 21-pin NEM connector for easy digital updates.
On the mechanical side, the GP7 delivers solid performance and rugged construction: a heavy die-cast frame for weight and traction, a Genesis driveline with a five-pole skew-wound motor, precision flywheels, and a multi-link drivetrain for smooth, quiet operation. It rides on finely detailed trucks, uses body-mounted scale knuckle couplers that are Kadee-compatible, and features RP25 wheel contours for reliable running on popular HO track. LED lighting adds realism, and the layout-friendly design accommodates an 18-inch minimum radius, making it a durable weathering platform for yards, branches, and diorama scenes.
Description
HO-scale GP7 diesel locomotive from Athearn in a Primed For Grime weathered finish, designed to resemble an in-service unit that has spent years on the rails. This finish provides a realistic base for weathering and lets hobbyists build up grime and rust to taste. The model features maroon paint with yellow ends and logos on the ends and cab sides, along with authentic details such as MARS-type headlights, cut skirts, spark arrestors, a winterization hatch, and footboard pilots. See-through cab windows reveal a full cab interior, and the HO-scale model is ready for DCC operation via Quick Plug 21-pin NEM connector for easy digital updates.
On the mechanical side, the GP7 delivers solid performance and rugged construction: a heavy die-cast frame for weight and traction, a Genesis driveline with a five-pole skew-wound motor, precision flywheels, and a multi-link drivetrain for smooth, quiet operation. It rides on finely detailed trucks, uses body-mounted scale knuckle couplers that are Kadee-compatible, and features RP25 wheel contours for reliable running on popular HO track. LED lighting adds realism, and the layout-friendly design accommodates an 18-inch minimum radius, making it a durable weathering platform for yards, branches, and diorama scenes.
