HO GP38-2 Locomotive SP #4844 (ATHG-1813)

HO GP38-2 Diesel Locomotive in SP 4844 livery is a detailed HO-scale model designed to bring authentic mid-1970s EMD power to a layout. The GP38-2 reproduces a 2,000-horsepower, 16-cylinder engine with a Dash-2 modular electrical cabinet, paired with a Genesis driveline, five-pole skew-wound motor, flywheels, and a multi-link drivetrain for smooth, quiet pulling. The model rides on a heavy die-cast frame and includes a full cab interior with see-through windows, windshields, windscreen wipers, wire grab irons, and fine-scale Celcon handrails. LED lighting, body-mounted knuckle couplers with MU hoses, trainline hoses, and an accurate fuel tank presentation add to the realism, while DCC-ready Quick Plug technology with a 21-pin NM connector simplifies digital setup. RP25 wheel contours and all-wheel electrical pickup help ensure reliable current on a wide range of HO tracks.

Road-name specific variants cover SP and other prototype schemes, offering SP’s late-phase body with lit number boards and era-appropriate details, along with variations for BN, IC, ASAB, CEIX and additional liveries that reflect prototype references. Features across the range include precise paint schemes, scale-detailed handrails, dynamic braking or period-specific equipment, and authentic horn and beacon configurations where applicable. Built to operate on HO layouts with a minimum 18-inch radius, these GP38-2 models deliver both authentic appearance and dependable performance for yard operation and mainline running alike.