This is an Athearn G40758 HO Scale Southern Pacific GP40P-2 #3197/Bicentennial. SP 3197 Features: SP GP40P-2 body, Single rear light, Nathan P3 horn, Large Sinclair antenna on antenna platform, Cab mirrors, Split fuel tank with steam generator water tank, SP style plow with steam line access doors, Cab mounted bell, Train indicator number decals included. Southern Pacific in 1974 purchased from EMD the GP40P-2 with almost every conceivable EMD/SP option at the time, with exception of Locotrol and Tunnel Motor style radiators. These locomotives were very distinctive with their longer frame and flared radiator grills. With intention to retire the Fairbanks-Morse Train Masters, the GP40P-2 were assigned out of the Bay Area, for commute service between San Francisco and San Jose. SP #3197 was painted in commemorative red-white-blue bicentennial livery in 1975 and remained this way until 1980 when it was returned to the red and grey. Locomotive Features: Fully-assembled and ready-to-run, DCC-ready Features Quick Plug plug-and-play technology with 21-pin connector, Scaled from prototype resources including drawings, field measurements, photographs, and more, Accurately-painted and printed paint schemes, Coupler cut levers, MU hoses, Trainline hose, See through cab windows, Full cab interior, Walkway tread, Fine-scale Celcon handrails for scale appearance, Windshield wipers, Lift rings, Wire grab irons, Detailed fuel tank with fuel fillers, fuel gauges, & breather pipes, Sander lines, McHenry scale knuckle couplers – Kadee compatible, Genesis driveline with 5-pole skew wound motor, precision machined flywheels, and multi-link drivetrain, All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth & quiet operation, All-wheel electrical pickup provides reliable current flow, Wheels with RP25 contours operate on all popular brands of track, New LED Lighting for realistic appearance, Heavy die-cast frame for greater traction and more pulling power, Packaging securely holds for the model for safe storage.

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-7: Excellent based on visual appearance. There are light nicks and scratches on the surface of this item. The wheels show average run-time. Some minor trim elements are misaligned, bent, damaged or missing. The instruction manual is not included. The original box is included. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Excellent.

Condition: Excellent (C-7)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-6)

Manufacturer: Athearn
Model Number: G40758
Road Name: Southern Pacific (SP)

Scale/Era: HO Scale
Model Type: Diesel Loco

The SKU for this item is 5971587.

Product Id: 12296110