I used to be an SD40-2... - Trainorders.com
WEBSep 9, 2023 · I'd give it greater odds of producing amperage again than the machines behind it. I have high hopes that the railfan community will eventually develop enough sentimentality about widenose GE's to save a few before the earliest examples are all gone, but that probably won't happen while Wabtec is still producing units that, at a glance, …
Western Railroad Discussion > SD40-2 porches - Trainorders.com
WEBGE built B30-7AB's for BN. 3000 hp, 12 cyl., cabless. The big porches are unique on the Dash 2. Pre-Dash 2 (1972) SD40's had a little extra space. but not a lot. Not sure about a bigger fuel tank. on the Dash 2's but the HTC truck has a longer. wheel base and the overhang toward the center to. hang the traction motor on.
How much did an SD40-2 cost in 1972??? - Trainorders.com
WEBAuthor: Conrail7659. I am not sure how much the newest offerings from EMD or GE are running in terms of price... I think it is interesting to note though that when one considers inflation from 1972 to 2005/2006 a $400,000 unit in 1972 would be equal to a $1,825,000 unit today. It has been well established that the SD40-2 has a excellent track ...
Scale Trains SD40-2 Quick Review - Trainorders.com
WEBAuthor: wheel_slip. ScaleTrains new SD40-2 models somehow found a way to my house yesterday and I thought I'd share my initial thoughts on these awesome models. I picked up a Burlington Northern model to turn it into a lease locomotive and now I am having second thoughts about that project, simply because this model looks so damn good.
Introducing the CSX ES23DCM, rebuilt from…an SD40-2
WEBDate: 11/02/22 09:33. Re: Introducing the CSX ES23DCM, rebuilt from…an SD40-2. Author: NWrailfan. At one time Wabtec was telling their shortline RR customers that a GP38 style carbody conversion just like this with the inline 6cyl EVO was immenent as a demonstrator to drum up orders.
Replacing Couplers on Scale Trains SD40-2 - Trainorders.com
WEBDate: 07/05/17 12:29. Re: Replacing Couplers on Scale Trains SD40-2. Author: bnsfbuff. I replaced mine with KD #148 whisker coupler, which required a slight modification to the coupler box to get the correct swing. I am disappointed that I could not drop the 148 directly into the box. Other than that, I have had no issues with the sanding lines ...
Who makes the best HO SD40-2 right now? - Trainorders.com
WEBAuthor: Espeenut. ...from my personal experience, the Kato's are still the best overall SD40-2's at this point in time. As some have mentioned, the earlier one's had the electrical pickup issue but that is so easy to rectify that it really isn't that big a deal.
ESU LokSound Decoders for HO KATO Mid SD40-2
WEBRe: ESU LokSound Decoders for HO KATO Mid SD40-2. Author: northridgeswitcher. Purchase the new Digitrax DH165K1A and their Sound Bug. The DH165K1A was designed in partnership with Kato for SD40-2 HO Locomotives. The Sound Bug plugs into this decoder (and other 165 series decoders) and comes with the speaker. This offers you …
Athearn SD40-2, extended range dynamic grid - Trainorders.com
WEBRe: Athearn SD40-2, extended range dynamic grid. Author: tracktime. Hi James, If your prototype has Q-fans, then the proper Athearn dynamic brake section on your SD40-2 should have a silencer-style exhaust assembly on top. Also, the "blister" area around the exhaust stack should be somewhat wider (top view) than the rest of the dynamic brake ...
Model Railroading > SD40/SD40-2 fuel tank sizes - Trainorders.com
WEBMilwaukee Road SD40-2 locomotives had a 3200 gallon tank which measured 15' 10 3/4" long. Some of these went to the SOO line and others were in the GATX and EMD lease fleets with the short tank. Edited 1 time (s). Last edit at 07/01/10 10:55 by fbe. I have an Athearn bluebox SD40 unit I'm working on.