HO GP38-2 Locomotive EMD Lease / OLS #788 (ATHG71729)

An HO-scale GP38-2 diesel locomotive in the EMD Lease / OLS scheme, road number 788, this model recreates a distinctive 1990s lease-era look. It features lighted class lights and lighted number boards, a road-number–matched horn, a short fuel tank, and a Sinclair antenna. Fully assembled and ready to run, it brings authentic diesel power and a unique Operation Lifesaver scheme to HO layouts.

Road-number 788 carries mid-phase detailing with chicken-wire grilles, Operation Lifesaver branding, and a Leslie 3-chime horn, plus front EMD plow and rear weedcutter plow. GP38-2 series locomotives include operating class lights and number boards, while the Genesis-era design adds a detailed fuel tank with gauges, see-through cab windows and a full cab interior, walkways, wipers, lift rings, wire grab irons, and sander lines, all complemented by body-mounted McHenry knuckle couplers. The driveline combines a 5-pole skew-wound motor, precision flywheels, and a multi-link drivetrain for smooth, reliable operation, plus all-wheel drive and electrical pickup. LED lighting, RP25 wheel contours, and a heavy die-cast frame contribute to realism and traction. The model is DCC-ready with Quick Plug technology (21-pin NEM connector), and sound-equipped variants can include a Tsunami2 decoder with dual speakers, with CVs adjustable for performance and a CV chart included. Minimum radius is 18 inches, with 22 inches recommended for best operation.