Athearn Genesis G18277 HO Scale EMD FP45 Santa Fe ATSF 5947 DC Model Rocket Set Two Decal Sheets

Two Decal Sheets

Highly detailed underbody with fuel tanks and brake gear

platforms of this type can be found at stations in big cities and outlying suburbs where they have served passengers for many years

Hardcover book featuring the excellent photography of John Dziobko

Athearn Genesis G18277 HO Scale EMD FP45 Santa Fe ATSF 5947 DC Model Rocket Set Two Decal SheetsAthearn Genesis G18277 HO Scale EMD FP45 Santa Fe ATSF 5947 DC By the early 1960s the Electro Motive Division (EMD) was at a big disadvantage. Their 567 engine, in use for over 20 years, had reached its peak at 2,500 horsepower in a turbocharged 16 cylinder version. EMD released a new 645 engine in 1966. The most powerful locomotive using this series of engine was the SD45, powered by a 20 cylinder turbocharged 645E engine producing 3600 horsepower.