EMD GP7 - LokSound 5 Sound and DCC -- Northern Pacific #559. One of EMD's most successful diesels, the GP7 was plain but tough and some are going strong after over 70 years of service.
One of EMD's most successful diesels, the GP7 was plain but tough and some are going strong after over 70 years of service. The GP7 was EMD's first hood unit, offering better visibility for switching and easier access for maintenance. A great addition to your HO Scale roster, these WalthersProto models are based on units in service from the 1950s to the 1970s. This is a limited edition one-time run of these roadnumbers. Features include:
Wire grab irons & etched lift rings
Available with ESU LokSound V5 sound for DCC & DC layouts
Warm white LED constant & directional headlights
21-pin DCC plug
Pre-installed 28mm round speaker
14:1 helical gears for ultra-quiet and smooth running
5-pole, skew-wound, high-torque, high-efficiency can motor
Easy multiple-unit operation
Superb paint & lettering
Heavy die-cast metal underframe
Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers
Specific features of this unit include:
Based on units in operation from the 1950s through the early 1970s
Brass Nathan M3 air horn
Brass roof mounted bell
Non-dynamic long hood
Early Pyle dual sealed beam headlights
Winterization hatch with etched metal grill
Roof-mounted air tanks with piping
Etched metal canvas style sunshades
Tall MU stands
1200-gallon fuel tank with dual 600-gallon water tanks
Roller bearing journals
Short-hood forward operation
HO Scale
Supplemental Description
Alternative product SKU's: 920-42423, WAL920-42423
