The prototypes for the Bachmann N Scale EMD GP38-2 were introduced in 1972 and proved popular with many railroads in North America. The 2,000-horsepower diesel-electric road switcher was an upgraded model of the earlier GP38. This successful locomotive saw thousands constructed and used for everything from medium-duty road freights to commuter passenger trains. In the 21st Century they′re still popular and can still be found in service. This features an injection-molded body, fine decoration, RP25 contour wheels for operation on Code 55 and larger rail and E-Z Mate(R) knuckle couplers. It is DCC ready and is equipped with a NEXT-18 socket for the decoder installation of your choice. It performs best on 11′ or larger radius curves. The EMD GP38-2 is one of many Bachmann N Scale locomotives.WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov