Athearn Genesis G1498 HO Scale EMD GP7u Undecorated DCC/Sound TRX4 Etched-metal cab sunshades

Etched-metal cab sunshades

Sealed case protects gears & two-speed from damaging debris

Custom Wrecker Body

74" (146mm)

Athearn Genesis G1498 HO Scale EMD GP7u Undecorated DCC/Sound TRX4 Etched-metal cab sunshadesAthearn Genesis G1498 HO Scale EMD GP7u Undecorated 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. Many railroads chose to rebuild their GP7s and GP9s for continued service. Often times, it was cheaper to do this rather than purchasing