This is a Walthers 48059 Proto SD45 STD DRGW #5326. WalthersProto EMD SD45, standard DC. Denver & Rio Grande Western #5326 (black, aspen gold, large logo). By 1964, six-axle diesels were rapidly evolving from low speed luggers to fast freight engines. EMD continuously updated its Special Duty (SD) series with new models, and celebrated New Years Day 1966 by unveiling six locos powered by variations of its new 645 prime mover. At the top was the SD45, with an enormous 20-cylinder power plant cranking out 3600 horsepower. Timing couldn’t have been better as American railroads experienced a surge in traffic and were ready to modernize their fleets. The SD45 proved popular for all types of assignments, and 1,260 were built through late 1971, when it was replaced by the SD45-2. Retirements began in earnest in the 1980s, but many were rebuilt and eventually sold to regional railroads. As of 2011, a few are still in use, and several are preserved in museums.

Its key features are:
Limited edition – One time run of these roadnumbers!
Roadname-specific detailing
14:1 helical gears for smooth, quiet performance
5-pole skew-wound high-torque high-efficiency can motor
Machined-brass flywheels
Low speed under 3 scale MPH
Now with Soundtraxx Tsunami Sound for DCC or DC layouts
Standard DC versions also available
LED constant & directional headlights
Proto MAX metal knuckle couplers

Detailed to match units in service from mid-1969 to 1980 with:
Cab-mounted headlights
Nose-mounted DRGW-style gyralights
Long blower sill duct
Snowplow on front pilot
No footboards on pilots
Standard style coupler cut lever
Leslie S-3L horn
Large Sinclair antenna
Dynamic brake vent
Rear wheel-type hand brake
Air filter box
Late Flexicoil trucks with 2 high outside mounted brake cylinders

This item has been graded per TCA standards C-8: Like New based on visual appearance. The instruction manual is included. The original box is included. The previous owner has placed stickers on this item’s packaging. Please check the photos for a detailed look at this item. Overall condition is Like New.

Condition: Like New (C-8)
Operational Status: Functional
Original Box: Yes (P-8)

Manufacturer: Walthers
Model Number: 920-48059
Road Name: Denver & Rio Grande Western (DRGW)

Scale/Era: HO Scale
Model Type: Diesel Loco

The SKU for this item is 5984504.

Product Id: 11978950