HO Athearn GP50 Locomotive CR Legendary Liveries #4505 (ATH-1516)

HO GP50 Locomotive in Conrail Legendary Liveries is a ready-to-run HO-scale model that faithfully reproduces the four-axle EMD GP50 for modern layouts. It arrives fully assembled and ready to operate, built around a heavy die-cast frame for traction and a drivetrain that delivers smooth, quiet performance. A precision 5-pole motor with flywheels powers the model, which features all-wheel drive and electrical pickup for reliable operation. LED lighting lights the front and rear, with ditch lights and beacons where applicable, while see-through cab windows and factory Celcon handrails with separately applied grab irons add to the realistic look. It’s DCC-ready via a 21-pin NEM plug and finished with painted and printed decoration that captures the Conrail look.

Legendary Liveries are an exclusive Athearn program offering iconic railroad paint schemes, and this GP50 wears the Conrail scheme to great effect. Details include nickel-plated, blackened machined wheels with RP25 contours for dependable track performance and McHenry operating-scale knuckle couplers for authentic coupling action. The locomotive features a heavy frame and precision gearing for strong pulling power and smooth operation on HO layouts, plus replacement parts are available to support long-term upkeep. Designed for HO enthusiasts, it can run on layouts with minimum radii of 18 inches (22 inches is recommended) and benefits from standard-scale decoration, durability, and maintenance options.