Athearn Genesis G82727 HO Scale EMD GP9 Southern Pacific SP Phase III 3882 DC Venture including those from Tangent Scale

including those from Tangent Scale Models

a book published by Electro-Motive Division in 1954

the minimum sharpness of curve the train can negotiate without derailing

the 2-8-0 Consolidation was the standard wheel arrangement for most mainline freight steam locomotives

Athearn Genesis G82727 HO Scale EMD GP9 Southern Pacific SP Phase III 3882 DC Venture including those from Tangent ScaleAthearn Genesis G82727 HO Scale EMD GP9 Southern Pacific SP Phase III 3882 DC In 1949, EMD introduced the GP7. The basic design followed most diesel switchers with the addition of a short hood instead of an end cab. The hoods were also full height to better accommodate the diesel engine and mechanical and electrical components. In 1954 EMD upgraded the GP7 to become the 1,750 horsepower GP9. Externally, the first GP9s were virtually unchanged from the