Introduction

Walthers Proto 920-47875 HO Scale EMD GP9 Burlington Northern BN 1703

One of the most popular EMD diesels ever built, these WalthersProto(R) GP9 Phase I (also known as the Phase 1) locos are a must for your HO operations and feature:

• Limited edition – one time run of these roadnumbers!
• Based on Phase I units used in all types of freight service from 1954 to the present
• Available with ESU LokSound Select sound for DCC and DC Layouts
• 21-pin DCC plug
• Metal grab irons and lift rings
• Retooled accurate hood contours
• Road-specific details
• Five-pole, skew-wound, high-torque, high-efficiency can motor
• Helical gears with 14:1 ratio for smooth, ultra-quiet running
• Easy multiple-unit operation
• Superb paint and lettering
• LED constant and directional headlights
• Heavy die-cast metal underframe
• Proto MAX(TM) metal knuckle couplers

Based on ex-Northern Pacific units in service from early 1970s to 1980s with:

• Brass Nathan P3 air horn
• Brass firecracker radio antenna
• Operating beacon
• Winterization hatch
• Brass roof-mounted bracket & bell
• 1600-gallon fuel tank
• Bolted/cast-style handrail stanchions
• Short hood forward operation