Athearn Genesis G82824 HO Scale EMD GP9 Union Pacific UP 165 DCC Sound HWI CAR 6 has beefy suspension arms

6 has beefy suspension arms that can take the punishment of big-air drops and top speed runs over bumpy terrain

super low-CG aerodynamic body shell was designed with the racer in mind

Equip the crossover module with jumpers

To enjoy the full benefits of Smart™ technology

skill level 5 speeds beyond 65 mph

Athearn Genesis G82824 HO Scale EMD GP9 Union Pacific UP 165 DCC Sound HWI CAR 6 has beefy suspension armsAthearn Genesis G82824 HO Scale EMD GP9 Union Pacific UP 165 DCC Sound 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