Bachmann USA 66854 [N] GP38-2 Diesel - Union Pacific #2144 Without Dynamic Brakes (DCC Sound Value)

Bachmann USA (N Scale - 1:160)
Product Code: 17003
GP38-2 Diesel Without Dynamic Brakes
Road Name: Union Pacific
Markings: Union Pacific 2144

EMD’s diesel-electric road switcher, the GP38-2, began production in 1972 as an upgraded model of the earlier GP38. Looking almost identical to its predecessor thanks to a standard body and cab design, the GP38-2 become widely successful on railroads across the country and can still be found in service today. Equipped with an Econami™ Soundtraxx® sound decoder and factory-set for GP38-2 realism, the diesel package offers a choice of 5 prime movers, 16 airhorns, multiple variations of 7 bell types, 2 air compressors, 3 couplers, plus a function-activated grade-crossing signal—all in 16-bit polyphonic sound. The Econami™ sound system includes adjustable auto-notching sensitivity for prototypical operation, adjustable master volume, individual sound effect volume levels, advanced consisting, and more.

Features:

• Factory installed DCC Sound Decoder for GP38-2 realism, sounds include; a choice of 5 prime movers, 16 airhorns, multiple variations of 7 bell types, 2 air compressors, and 3 couplers plus a function-activated grade-crossing signal
• DCC sound-equipped with Econami decoder, dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder, directional dimming headlights, with Rule 17 dimming
• Precision motor, flywheel, die-cast frame, fine-scale handrails, E-Z Mate Mark II couplers, front and rear, separately applied detail parts
• Preforms best on 11.25” radius curves of greater.