HO GEN SDP45 Locomotive Primed For Grime SP #3203 (ATHG-1996)

HO-scale Athearn EMD SDP45 diesel locomotive, Primed for Grime finish, in Southern Pacific road number 3203. This ready-to-run model recreates the weathered, in-service look of a mid‑century diesel, with a faded base color that serves as a natural starting point for adding grime and rust on your layout.

Designed for HO layouts, the SDP45 features DCC-ready Quick Plug technology with a 21-pin NEM connector, LED lighting, and a heavy die-cast frame for solid performance. It includes a detailed cab interior, accurate fuel tank, scale handrails, and body-mounted knuckle couplers, powered by a Genesis driveline with a 5-pole motor for smooth, quiet operation and reliable current pickup. Road-number 3203 shows faded colors, hi brake cylinders, removed cab icicle breakers, and painted-over class lights to capture a convincing weathered appearance. Minimum radius is 18 inches, with a 22-inch radius recommended for best performance on typical HO curves.