Constructed between 1965 and 1971, the four-axle GP40 was one of the earliest EMD locomotives from the Second Generation era, and remarkably, it continues to be found in operation today. Built to replace the previously offered GP35 series, the GP40 was designed with versatility in mind, being equally efficient at yard work, industrial operations, and light road duties. A staggering 1,221 units were produced for railroads across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, using mostly standardized components (for ease of maintenance) unless directed otherwise by the purchaser. Bachmann’s N scale Sound Value model is SoundTraxx Econami equipped. Factory-set for GP40 realism, the diesel package offers a choice of 5 prime movers, 16 airhorns, multiple variations of 7 bell types, 2 air compressors, and 3 couplers plus a function-activated grade-crossing signal—all in 16-bit polyphonic sound. Econami includes adjustable auto-notching sensitivity for prototypical operation, adjustable master volume and individual sound effect volume levels, advanced consisting, and more.

 

Features Include

• Revised and upgraded tooling with improved body shell detail and correct proportions

• Roadname-specific dynamic brake and non-dynamic brake versions

• DCC Sound Value sound-equipped for sound, speed, direction, & lighting control

• Dual-mode NMRA-compliant decoder

• Soundtraxx Econami 16-bit polyphonic sound with user-adjustable sound effect and volume options

• Soundtraxx Hyperdrive2 Advanced Motor Control for refined low-speed operation

• Flex-Map function mapping technology for reassigning function keys F0-F28 to any effect

• Precision motor and flywheel drive

• All-wheel drive

• Die-cast frame

• LED directional headlights

• Illuminated number boards

• Detailed painted bodies with precision graphics

• Separately applied fine-scale handrails, horns, and clear window glass

• Blackened metal wheels with RP25 contours

• Detailed trucks with see-through sideframes

• Magnetically operated E-Z Mate Mark II couplers, front and rear

• Performs best on 11.25” radius curves or greater

• Product Measurements: L 4.75 in., W 0.75 in., H 1.2 in.

• Retail Package Measurements: L 6.4 in., W 1.3 in., H 2.5 in.

 

 

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