Southern Pacific #3612 HO GP9 SP Product Type_Tank Cars and Amtrak’s satisfaction with the

and Amtrak’s satisfaction with the versatility of the HEP-equipped F40PH ultimately doomed the SDP40F

Rebuilt nose with yellow patches around the Notch Nose and stepwell per prototype rework

Leased from HELM former CSX/L&N

Better than brass detail

No blower housing kick plate on handrails as delivered

Southern Pacific #3612 HO GP9 SP Product Type_Tank Cars and Amtrak’s satisfaction with theDetails: 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. In 1954 EMD upgraded the GP7 to become the 1,750 horsepower GP9. Externally, the first GP9s were virtually unchanged from the last GP7s. Later versions would include different louver