{"product_id":"rap038582","title":"Rapido HO Scale Natchez Trace \u0026 Orient EMD GP38 Locomotive NTO #330 - DCC\/Sound - RAP38582","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRapido HO Scale Natchez Trace \u0026amp; Orient EMD GP38 Locomotive NTO #330 - DCC\/Sound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd distinctive shortline diesel power to your HO scale railroad with the \u003cstrong\u003eRapido Trains EMD GP38 locomotive Natchez Trace \u0026amp; Orient #330\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced in partnership with Home Shops LLC, this exclusive model features the railroad's green and white paint scheme, Meridian Speedway herald, and West Point cab name. Factory-installed ESU LokSound DCC\/Sound and extensive exterior detailing make this locomotive a great addition to an HO scale shortline or regional railroad roster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1966, the EMD GP38 was a 2,000-horsepower, four-axle diesel-electric locomotive powered by EMD's 16-cylinder 645E prime mover. Built for freight and switching service, the GP38 became a dependable workhorse across North America. Its versatility made it a popular choice for regional and shortline railroads, where many examples continued operating long after their original assignments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapido Trains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e RAP38582\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Item Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 038582\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e HO Scale (1:87)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRailroad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natchez Trace \u0026amp; Orient (NTO)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocomotive Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e EMD GP38\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoad Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e NTO #330\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green \u0026amp; White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Low-Nose Diesel Locomotive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e DCC\/Sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSound Decoder:\u003c\/strong\u003e ESU LokSound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home Shops Exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed EMD GP38 body with road-specific exterior details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusive Natchez Trace \u0026amp; Orient green and white paint scheme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeridian Speedway herald and West Point cab lettering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparately applied metal grab irons and handrails\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal side handrails with plastic stanchions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed underframe with traction motor cables and separately applied components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad-specific battery box doors, fuel tank and truck details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSee-through etched metal steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed cab interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrototype-appropriate dynamic brake and air filter details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCannon and Company licensed radiator fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating LED headlights and rear lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional operating lighting where appropriate for the model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-installed ESU LokSound DCC\/Sound decoder with GP38 sound recordings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoPower capacitor system for improved DCC operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal wheels and knuckle couplers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatchez Trace \u0026amp; Orient GP38 #330\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepresenting Natchez Trace \u0026amp; Orient #330, this Home Shops exclusive captures the character of a modern shortline diesel locomotive. The green and white paint scheme, Meridian Speedway herald, and West Point cab lettering give this model a distinctive appearance suited to regional freight operations and industrial switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Natchez Trace \u0026amp; Orient is a freelance railroad concept, making this locomotive an appealing choice for modelers building their own shortline operations or collecting unique railroad paint schemes. With factory-installed DCC\/Sound and Rapido's detailed construction, GP38 #330 offers both visual appeal and operating capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Rapido Trains at Fusion Scale Hobbies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/rap-gp38\"\u003eRapido HO Scale EMD GP38 Locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e collection for additional road names and road numbers. Explore more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/rapido-ho-scale-locomotives\"\u003eRapido HO Scale Locomotives\u003c\/a\u003e, shop \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/rapido-trains-in-stock\"\u003eIn-Stock Rapido Trains\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse our complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/collections\/trains\"\u003eModel Trains\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rapido","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50650385678592,"sku":"RAP038582","price":299.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/6453\/5552\/files\/RAP38582.jpg?v=1792198467","url":"https:\/\/fusionscalehobbies.com\/products\/rap038582","provider":"Fusion Scale Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}