HO EMD GP35 Locomotive BN 2522 Great Northern SEB with BN Patch (BLI8897)

The HO EMD GP35, modeled as BN 2522 with a Great Northern (GN) Special Edition body featuring a Burlington Northern (BN) patch, is an impressive representation of a widely utilized diesel-electric locomotive. A product of the mid-1960s, the GP35 was built by Electro-Motive Division (EMD) and later by General Motors Diesel, with over 1,300 units constructed and operated across various major railroads in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This model is equipped with the advanced Paragon4 Sound/DC/DCC control system, which provides an immersive audio experience along with the flexibility of dual operation modes.

With a powerful EMD 567D3A 16-cylinder engine producing 2500 horsepower, the GP35 model features a precision drive mechanism that facilitates exceptional control during slow-speed operation and heavy towing. The model is constructed with all-wheel electrical pick-up and an ABS body integrated with a die-cast chassis, resulting in significant tractive effort. Additionally, it comes with road-specific detailing, including a variety of lighting options and individually controllable lights like headlights and classification lights, further enhancing its realistic appearance.