GE Evolution Series GEVO ES44AC
(Standard DC)

BNSF  No. 7007

Limited Edition!

Introduced in 2003 to comply with tougher emission standards, and more popularly known among railfans and modelers as GEVOs, these big engines have quickly become one of the most popular locos worldwide.

Designated as the ES44 (Evolution Series, 4,400 horsepower), prototype variations in North American service include locos with DC or AC traction motors and buyers have also specified center idler axles, as well as high adhesion or steerable trucks.

• The most popular prototype diesel in North America
• Thousands in service from 2003 to the present
• Correct profile radiator grilles and rooftop walkway surface details
• Easily handles 18" radius curves (22" or larger recommended)
• Six powered axles per unit
• LED Lighting
• Correct headlight position per prototype
• Working front ditch lights
• Three truck styles to match prototypes: Standard high-adhesion, Steerable (nonworking), C4 A1A center idler axle
• Same powerful drive as WalthersProto® locos
• Five-pole skew-wound motor
• 14:1 gear ratio
• Helical-cut gears for quiet operation and easy multiple unit operation
• All-wheel drive and electrical pickup
• Dual machined brass flywheels
• Heavy die-cast metal chassis
• Constant and directional LED lights
• Molded drill starter points for grab irons - easily added with the GE ES44 Evolution Series Diesel Detail Kit (WA-910-250, sold separately) RP-25 metal wheels
• Proto MAX™ metal knuckle couplers
• Fully assembled

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