Athearn Genesis G1236 HO Scale EMD GP7R Chicago & North Western CNW 4160 DC Era_1939 + Separately applied handbrake wheel

Separately applied handbrake wheel

the shrouds impeded maintenance and the covers over the wheels were later removed

40 sections of straight plastic track

Note: This is number # 2526

Athearn Genesis G1236 HO Scale EMD GP7R Chicago & North Western CNW 4160 DC Era_1939 + Separately applied handbrake wheelAthearn Genesis G1236 HO Scale EMD GP7R Chicago & North Western CNW 4160 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. Many railroads chose to rebuild their GP7s and GP9s for continued service. Often times, it was cheaper to do this rather than