The locomotive also introduced a new “anti-wheel-slip” technology where the locomotive horsepower output was reduced if a wheel slip condition was introduced
but EMD’s term is SD40-2s with “cooling system modifications” because they were designed for better engine cooling in tunnels
Length: Roughly 600mm / 23
Separately applied latch bars
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ATH-73731 Athearn HO SD40-2, BNSF #7333 (DCC/Sound) Flatcar The locomotive also introduced aHO SD40 2 w DCC & Sound, BNSF Rebuilt #7333 PROTOTYPE SPECIFIC INFORMATION In 1966, EMD updated its locomotive catalog with entirely new models, all powered by the new 645 diesel engine. The SD40 had 3,000 hp from a turbocharged V16. 856 examples of this locomotive model were built for American railroads, 330 were built for Canadian railroads, and 72 were built for Mexican railroads. ROAD NUMBER SPECIFIC FEATURES: #146 Western Cullen beacon, small