Athearn Genesis G82737 HO Scale EMD GP9 Central of Georgia CG 166 DC 8RTR Super Nonlifting spark arrestors

Super Nonlifting spark arrestors

Considered one of the most common early tank car designs

Four traction tires

Complete underbody brake system with over 12 separately applied parts including air reservoir

New RZR Rey independent rear trailing arm suspension provides superior cornering over rough terrain

Athearn Genesis G82737 HO Scale EMD GP9 Central of Georgia CG 166 DC 8RTR Super Nonlifting spark arrestorsAthearn Genesis G82737 HO Scale EMD GP9 Central of Georgia CG 166 DC In 1949, EMD introduced the GP7. The basic design followed most diesel switchers with the addition of a short hood instead of an end cab. The hoods were also full height to better accommodate the diesel engine and mechanical and electrical components. In 1954 EMD upgraded the GP7 to become the 1,750 horsepower GP9. Externally, the first GP9s were virtually unchanged from the last