HO GP7 Locomotive MEC #566 (ATHG82618)

HO-scale GP7 Locomotive — Maine Central MEC #566, in the simplified green paint scheme, designed to faithfully reproduce the MEC's late-1950s diesel freight power. The model includes distinctive details such as a winterization hatch, full sill skirts, a nose-mounted bell, and tall MU stands to capture the locomotive's classic look on a modern layout.

Engineered for realistic operation, the GP7 rides on a heavy die-cast frame with Blomberg-B trucks and a Genesis driveline that delivers smooth, quiet performance with all-wheel drive. It features see-through cab windows with a full interior, etched grilles, fine-scale Celcon handrails, body-mounted scale knuckle couplers (Kadee-compatible), LED lighting, and RP25 wheels that work with most HO track. The model is DCC-ready with Quick Plug 21-pin NEM, and there are sound-equipped variants with a Tsunami2 decoder and dual speakers for DC and DCC operation—the engine, horn, and bell sounds function in both modes. A minimum radius of 18 inches helps layout compatibility, while the MEC green scheme for #566 delivers prototype-accurate appearance and ready-to-run performance for freight service.