HO GEN GP38-2 Locomotive IC #9564 (ATHG-1809)

An HO-scale GP38-2 diesel locomotive in IC livery, designed for model railroaders seeking an authentic, versatile power unit on their layout. This detailed GP38-2 reproduces the 2,000-horsepower engine and the dash-2 era's modular electrical cabinet, delivering smooth, quiet operation on mainline freights, locals, and yard duties. It features a full cab interior with see-through windows, windshield wipers, wire grab irons, and fine-scale Celcon handrails, along with LED lighting and body-mounted knuckle couplers, all riding on a heavy die-cast frame for reliable traction. The DCC-ready design uses Quick Plug technology with a 21-pin NEM connector for easy decoder installation, while RP25-contoured wheels and all-wheel electrical pickup help ensure dependable current on standard HO track. Prototype-informed detailing and accurately painted schemes, combined with an 18-inch minimum-radius requirement, make this GP38-2 a compelling addition to any HO layout.

Sound-equipped variants add an onboard DCC decoder with Tsunami2 sound, dual cube speakers, and full DCC functionality, including NMRA-compatible functions and precise slow-speed control operable in both DC and DCC modes. CVs can be tuned to tailor lashups, with a CV chart included. IC-specific features for this road-number variant include Ex-GM&O lineage cues, a Nathan P5 horn, and an early-phase body with chicken-wire grilles, plus widely spaced radiator fans, front and rear ditch lights, and a detailed fuel tank. The model benefits from a Genesis driveline with a 5-pole motor, flywheels, and a multi-link drivetrain for smooth, quiet operation, while a heavy-weight chassis and RP25 wheels deliver reliable traction across a wide range of track conditions.