Athearn HO Santa Fe EMD GP60 ATSF #4034 – DC – ATH1206

Add modern diesel power to your HO scale railroad with thisAthearn HO Scale EMD GP60 locomotive. This ready-to-run model is designed for smooth operation, strong pulling power, and realistic modern freight service.

This locomotive is part of our completeAthearn HO Scale GP60 Locomotive Collection, featuring multiple road names, road numbers, DC models, DCC-ready models, DCC/sound-equipped locomotives, and Primed For Grime options.

Prototype Background

The EMD GP60 became popular with major North American railroads for high-speed intermodal service, local freight, yard switching, and secondary mainline assignments. GP60 locomotives have operated for railroads including Santa Fe, Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific, BNSF, CSX, and leasing companies.

Model Features

• Highly detailed HO scale EMD GP60 diesel locomotive
• Fully assembled and ready to run
• Painted and printed for realistic prototype decoration
• Highly detailed injection-molded body
• Factory-installed Celcon handrails
• Individually applied wire grab irons
• See-through cab windows
• Separately applied detail parts
• DCC-ready 21-pin NEM plug on applicable DC models
• Factory-installed DCC/sound on sound-equipped versions
• LED front and rear headlights, ditch lights, and beacons where applicable
• All-wheel drive with precision gears for smooth, quiet operation
• All-wheel electrical pickup for reliable performance
• 5-pole motor with precision-machined flywheels
• Multi-link drivetrain for dependable operation
• Heavy die-cast frame for improved traction and pulling power
• McHenry operating scale knuckle couplers
• Nickel-plated, blackened machined metal wheels with RP25 contours
• Operates on most popular brands of HO scale track
• Minimum radius: 18 inches
• Recommended radius: 22 inches

Sound-Equipped Models

Sound-equipped Athearn GP60 locomotives include onboardSoundTraxx Econami soundwith realistic diesel engine, horn, bell, lighting functions, and excellent slow-speed control. Sound models operate in both DC and DCC, with full DCC functionality available when used with a DCC system.

Primed For Grime Models

Primed For Grime versions feature a faded, in-service appearance that makes an excellent starting point for custom weathering, grime, rust, and road-specific detailing.

Expand Your GP60 Fleet

Build realistic multi-unit lash-ups and modern freight consists by pairing this locomotive with other road names and road numbers from ourAthearn HO Scale GP60 collection.