Athearn Genesis G1243 HO Scale EMD GP7 Erie Lackawanna EL 1214 DC Pit Gear Pinion: 18T

Pinion: 18T

and Colton Herta

Western giant Southern Pacific (SP) stunned the industry with a massive order of 278 units

two widely-spaced dynamic brake vents

Athearn Genesis G1243 HO Scale EMD GP7 Erie Lackawanna EL 1214 DC Pit Gear Pinion: 18TAthearn Genesis G1243 HO Scale EMD GP7 Erie Lackawanna EL 1214 DC 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. Many railroads chose to rebuild their GP7s and GP9s for continued service. Often times, it was cheaper to do this rather than purchasing