Walthers Proto HO 49558 EMD FP7 & F7B, Southern Pacific #6448 & 8298 (Standard DC)

Providing enough steam to power train heat and some air conditioningsystems on postwar trains taxed the standard water supply of EMD F7 A unitsset-up for passenger service, prompting EMD to roll out the new FP7 in 1949.Though outwardly similar to the F7A, FP7s were actually four feet longer toaccommodate bigger water tanks with a capacity of 950 US gallons. Standardpassenger power into the Amtrak era and beyond (with some also handlingfreight chores), these WalthersProto replicas are fully assembled and readyfor service with:
One time run of these roadnumbers, order now - limited quantityavailable!Matches the prototypes' extended frame and bodyRailroad-specific detailsDCC-ready with 21-pin DCC (Mtu) connectorFive-pole, skew-wound, high-torque, high-efficiency can motorHelical gears with 14:1 ratio for smooth, ultra-quiet runningEasy multiple-unit operationCorrect RP-25 wheelsetsProto MAX(TM) magnetic metal knuckle couplers
Finished in the later gray and red scheme, these HO WalthersProto replicasfeature:
Nathan M-5 air hornWhip-type radio antenna with conduitSP-style snowplow pilotUpper headlight with twin sealed-beam (operating) and red emergency(UDE) lights (nonworking)Working rear back-up lightFrame-mounted equipment boxRooftop photo-etched icicle breakers front and rear

The F7B features:Working back-up light on both ends>/li>Lifting lugs on both endsPartial body skirt