Atlas O 30138772 Premier SD40-2 Locomotive Reading And Northern 1776

Atlas O 30138772 Premier SD40-2 Locomotive Reading And Northern 1776

Features
Intricately Detailed ABS Body
Metal Chassis
Die-Cast Truck Sides, Pilots and Fuel Tank
Metal Handrails and Decorative Horn
Proto-Sound 3.0 With The Digital Command System Featuring Freight Yard Proto-Effects
Operating Metal Couplers
Cab Figures
Authentic Paint Scheme
Metal Wheels and Axles
Unit Measures:17 1/2" x 2 5/8" x 3 7/8"
Operates On O-31 Curves
Prototype Info

Offering better reliability and lower maintenance costs than the higher powered SD-45, EMD's SD40-2 enjoyed a long production run of 3,100 units. The 3,000 horsepower diesel was the primary motive power for many railroads throughout the 1970's and 80's. Introduced on January 1, 1972, the SD40-2 had become the best-selling 6-axle road switcher in history by December 31, 1978. One of the most striking features of the EMD workhorse was its long "back porch" or decking that extended in front and behind the locomotive's cab. These porches differentiated the SD40-2 from its earlier cousin, the SD35 and were the result of the SD40-2's requirement for a longer frame, which helped increase the locomotive's tractive effort.

About Atlas O Premier Locomotives
Atlas O Premier locomotives and rolling stock are highly detailed models that faithfully recreate the prototype down to the paint scheme and even railroad-specific details. They are usually offered in two styles--3-Rail and 2-Rail and come equipped with Proto-Sound 3.0 With The Digital Command System Featuring Freight Yard Proto-Effects. Atlas O Premier Locomotives come in a range of models that cover a variety of eras, so no matter what time period you are modeling, you are getting a fantastic-looking and smooth-running locomotive that will serve you well for years to come.

About Atlas Model Railroad Company
The primary mission of Atlas is to produce and offer to the public, multiple scale lines of high quality, model railroad products based on prototype information. Atlas' philosophy is based on a dedicated commitment to prototype research, design and construction. The desired and demanded goal is to create, market and distribute durable operational scale models utilizing the full range of exacting detail which accurately depicts life-sized objects, while providing exceptional service to our customers. In 1999, Atlas O was founded so that the hallmark of Atlas products in HO & N could be offered to O scale modelers. Since then, the product line has expanded to include a vast library of track pieces, accessories, as well as rolling stock and locomotives.

By keeping up the high standards set by Steve Schaffan those many years ago, Atlas will remain a leader in innovation and technology in the model railroading industry for years to come. Although many things have changed since our incorporation in 1949, we follow the tradition and values of our founders. As we have for the last 50 years, we will continue to produce quality, precision products for the model railroad enthusiast.