Athearn Genesis G82345 HO Scale EMD GP7 Bangor & Aroostook BAR 68 DCC & Sound Scale Figure On launch day

On launch day

Detailed DFV engine features depictions of pipes and cables for the ignition system

Battery: 19

Molded plastic underframe with brake cylinder

Athearn Genesis G82345 HO Scale EMD GP7 Bangor & Aroostook BAR 68 DCC & Sound Scale Figure On launch dayAthearn Genesis G82345 HO Scale EMD GP7 Bangor & Aroostook BAR 68 DCC & Sound 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